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Auction 192, Lot 465

"Hispaniae Veteris Des.", Cluver/Jansson

Subject: Spain & Portugal

Period: 1661 (published)

Publication: Introductionis in Universam Geographiam

Color: Hand Color

Size:
7.8 x 6.3 inches
19.8 x 16 cm
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Attractive small map of the Iberian Peninsula in classical times. It is based on Ortelius' map of the same title using information gleaned from Clusius' map of 1571, as well as from classical sources. Adorned with a strapwork title cartouche. Engraved by Petrus Kaerius.

References: cf. Shirley (BL Atlases) T.CLUV-6a #5.

Condition: A

A sharp impression on a watermarked sheet with light toning along the edges.

Estimate: $110 - $140

Sold for: $80

Closed on 4/26/2023

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