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Auction 203, Lot 556

"Nova Mappa Maris Nigri et Freti Constantinopolitani quam Exactissime Consignata et in Lucem Edita", Lotter, Tobias Conrad

Subject: Black Sea

Period: 1745 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
22.7 x 19.4 inches
57.7 x 49.3 cm
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An outstanding map of the regions surrounding the Black Sea that is beautifully engraved to show topography, roads, and cities. Features a large inset of the Bosphorus with the city of Constantinople in at top right. A drape-style title cartouche is held aloft by putti.

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Condition: A

A sharp impression with full contemporary color on a bright, sturdy sheet with minor toning along the edges of the sheet.

Estimate: $350 - $425

Sold for: $250

Closed on 4/23/2025

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