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Auction 193, Lot 616

"Sophorum Regnum", Cluver/Jansson

Subject: Persia - Iran

Period: 1661 (published)

Publication: Introductionis in Universam Geographiam

Color: Hand Color

Size:
7.6 x 5.9 inches
19.3 x 15 cm
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Charming small map of the Persian Empire covering the region from the Caucasus to India with part of the Arabian Peninsula. Nice detail describes hundreds of tiny villages. Strapwork cartouche encloses the title.

References: cf. Shirley (BL Atlases) T.CLUV-6a #37.

Condition: A

A sharp impression with light toning along the edges, an archivally repaired tear in the margin at top right, and narrow side margins, as issued.

Estimate: $110 - $140

Sold for: $85

Closed on 6/21/2023

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