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Auction 190, Lot 22

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"Planiglob in Mercators Projection, zur Uebersicht der Erdflache und der Seereisen...", Stieler, Adolph

Subject: World

Period: 1845 (dated)

Publication: Stieler's Hand-Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:
14.6 x 11.6 inches
37.1 x 29.5 cm
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This handsome world map features minimal geographical or political information. Recent discoveries in Antarctica are reflected with a portion of the coastline shown. Three time-bars at bottom attempt to explain the difference in the times around the world based on Paris, Greenwich and Cadiz times.

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Condition: A

Contemporary color with a hint of toning.

Estimate: $60 - $75

Sold for: $37

Closed on 11/16/2022

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