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Auction 185, Lot 463

"Ultonia Oriental", Mercator/Hondius

Subject: Northern Ireland

Period: 1621 (published)

Publication: Atlas Minor

Color: Hand Color

Size:
6.5 x 5.2 inches
16.5 x 13.2 cm
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Charming map of Northern Ireland including Belfast and extending south to Drogheda. Decorated with a large strapwork title cartouche, a sailing ship and a sea monster. French text on verso.

References: Law, p. 28; Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #5941:351.

Condition: B+

A nice impression with light toning, marginal soiling, and a faint extraneous crease.

Estimate: $95 - $120

Sold for: $70

Closed on 11/17/2021

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