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Auction 204, Lot 11

"Planisfere ou Mapemonde"

Subject: World

Period: 1697 (published)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
22.3 x 14.4 inches
56.6 x 36.6 cm
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This simple double-hemisphere map of the world was used as a teaching map, and presents only the outlines of the continents and islands. All nomenclature has been omitted. The map depicts California as an island and has only a partial outline of Australia and New Guinea. Several conjectural lands still appear, including a large southern continent and a partially delineated land to the east of Japan, stretching across the North Pacific. Created by Louis Dangeau.

References: Rumsey #12205.009.

Condition: A

A crisp impression with contemporary outline color on a bright sheet with the watermark of a bunch of grapes in a medallion. There is minor soiling and toning along the edges of the sheet.

Estimate: $350 - $425

Sold for: $200

Closed on 6/18/2025

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