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Auction 190, Lot 385

"Insulae Danicae in Mari Balthico Sitae, Utpote Zeelandia, Fionia, Langelandia, Lalandia, Falstria, Fembria Mona", Homann, Johann Baptist

Subject: Danish Islands

Period: 1716 (published)

Publication: Grosser Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:
22.8 x 19.5 inches
57.9 x 49.5 cm
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This very detailed and finely engraved chart shows the main islands plus the eastern coastline of Denmark and a little of Sweden. It identifies major islands including Zealand, Funen, Lolland, Langeland, and Falster. The superb cartouche features a large vignette depicting the approach to Copenhagen with ships in the harbor. It is further adorned with the royal arms and a scene of merfolk frolicking in the sea.

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Condition: A

Fine impression and full contemporary color on a bright sheet with a bit of minor foxing in margins.

Estimate: $240 - $300

Sold for: $180

Closed on 11/16/2022

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