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Auction 195, Lot 495
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"Insularum Danicarum ut Zee-Landiae, Fioniae Langelandiae, Lalandiae Falstriae, Fembriae, Monae Aliarumq in Mari Balthico Sitar Descriptio", Wit, Frederick de

Subject: Danish Islands

Period: 1682 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
23.2 x 19.4 inches
58.9 x 49.3 cm
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This beautifully engraved chart presents the main Danish islands, the eastern coastline of Denmark, and a little of Sweden. The map is filled with minute detail of fortresses, cities, towns and tiny villages. The superb cartouche features the royal coat of arms and a scene of merfolk frolicking in the sea. First state, published 1682-86.

References: Carhart (De Wit) #85.1.

Condition: A

A sharp impression with full contemporary color on a bright sheet with a hint of soiling in the image. There are professional repairs to some chips and tears along the edges of the sheet.

Estimate: $240 - $300

Sold for: $180

Closed on 11/15/2023

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