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"Comitatus Marchia et Ravensberg", Blaeu, Johannes

Subject: Western Germany

Period: 1635 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.7 x 15 inches
50 x 38.1 cm
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This map depicts two historical counties of the Holy Roman Empire: Marks and Ravensberg. Major cities, towns, mountains, and rivers are identified. An inset at the bottom left shows Ravensberg and its surrounding regions. The map is adorned with an elaborate title cartouche featuring the coats of arms of the two counties and a scale of miles cartouche flanked by a regional figure. German text on verso, published between 1635-70.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #2387:2.

Condition: B+

Full contemporary color on a lightly toned sheet with a few small spots, including a faint damp stain at top center. Bottom margin has been professionally extended to accommodate framing.

Estimate: $140 - $170

Price: $70

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