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Auction 188, Lot 491

"Nova Helvetiae, Foederatarumque cum ea, nec non Subditarum Regionum Tabula, ad Usum Serenissimi Burgundiae Ducis...", Delisle/Covens & Mortier

Subject: Switzerland

Period: 1730 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
24 x 18.6 inches
61 x 47.2 cm
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This densely engraved map of Switzerland depicts the rugged terrain and numerous lakes of the area. The map is flanked by the coats of arms of towns throughout Switzerland, and a note on the country's allies. A legend at bottom right identifies towns of various sizes, abbeys, locations with Protestant or Catholic affiliations, baths, etc. A note below indicates that the map is more correct than any previous maps, but that the authors don't guarantee that it is "perfect."

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Condition: A

A sharp impression with contemporary color on watermarked paper. There are a few minor dampstains confined to the blank margins.

Estimate: $200 - $230

Sold for: $110

Closed on 6/22/2022

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