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Auction 187, Lot 483

"Ducatus Silesiae Tabula Geographica Prima, Inferiorem eius Partem, seu Novem Principatus...", Homann Heirs

Subject: Southern Poland

Period: 1745 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
22.2 x 15.8 inches
56.4 x 40.1 cm
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This is a decorative and detailed map of Lower Silesia in southern Poland. The large cartouche is composed of nine heraldic shields with the city arms of Schweidnitz, Jauer, Glogau, Breslau, Liegnitz, Brieg, Wolau, Oels and Sagan. A table of explanations is written on a drape that is supported by a cherub. French title is in the top margin begins: La Basse Silesie, qui comprend des Principautes…

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Condition: B+

There is a hint of toning along the centerfold and some light foxing and soiling confined to the blank margins.

Estimate: $240 - $300

Sold for: $120

Closed on 4/27/2022

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