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Auction 192, Lot 495

"Regni Bohemiae Descriptio", Ortelius, Abraham

Subject: Czech Republic

Period: 1571 (published)

Publication: Theatrum Orbis Terrarum

Color: Hand Color

Size:
20 x 13.3 inches
50.8 x 33.8 cm
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Based on the cartography of Johann Criginger (1521-1571), this fine map places Prague just north of center. It is boldly engraved in Ortelius' style; mountains and forests and hundreds of tiny villages are shown. Two sumptuous strapwork cartouches decorate the bottom. Latin text on verso.

References: Van den Broecke #101.

Condition: A

A sharp impression on a bright, watermarked sheet with professional repairs to some small worm holes in the image.

Estimate: $300 - $375

Sold for: $220

Closed on 4/26/2023

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