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Auction 196, Lot 372

"Romani Imperii, Occidentis Scilicet et Orientis, Tabula Geographica, ex Schoedis Sansonianis Desumpta...", Robert de Vaugondy, Didier

Subject: Europe & Middle East

Period: 1752 (dated)

Publication: Atlas Universel

Color: Hand Color

Size:
26.2 x 19.1 inches
66.5 x 48.5 cm
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This map depicts the ancient Roman Empire, extending as far east as the Caspian Sea and the Persian Gulf. Ancient place names are given throughout. An inset shows the Canary Islands. The map is adorned with a decorative title cartouche. This is the first state.

References: Pedley #38.

Condition: A

A dark impression with contemporary outline color on a bright sheet with a medallion watermark and minor offsetting along the centerfold.

Estimate: $200 - $230

Sold for: $150

Closed on 2/7/2024

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