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Auction 203, Lot 523
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"Moravia Marchionatus Auctore I.A. Comenio", Blaeu, Willem

Subject: Eastern Czech Republic

Period: 1643 (circa)

Publication: Theatre du Monde ou Nouvel Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.2 x 14.9 inches
48.8 x 37.8 cm
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Attractive map of the historic Moravia region of the Czech Republic roughly centered on the city of Olomouc (Olmutz). Finely engraved with mountains, forests and even the smallest villages. Decorated with two garland draped cartouches filling opposite corners of the map. French text on verso, published between 1642-50.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #2870:2.2.

Condition: A

A sharp impression with full contemporary color on a bright, watermarked sheet with light toning and soiling along the edges.

Estimate: $200 - $230

Sold for: $90

Closed on 4/23/2025

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