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Auction 196, Lot 463

"Provincia", Mercator/Hondius

Subject: Southern France

Period: 1607 (published)

Publication: Atlas Minor

Color: Hand Color

Size:
7.3 x 5.4 inches
18.5 x 13.7 cm
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This charming little map of Provence in southern France depicts the topography and cities of the region, including Avignon, Arles, Aix-en-Provence, and Marseille. The Rhone and Durance Rivers are well mapped, noting even the marshy area at the mouth of the Rhone. The map is adorned with two decorative strapwork cartouches and a sea monster. This is from the first edition, with Latin text on verso.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #4700:351.

Condition: A

A sharp impression with marginal soiling. Manuscript page number and cardinal directions in blank margins.

Estimate: $140 - $170

Sold for: $75

Closed on 2/7/2024

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