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"Le Theatre du Monde, ou Nouvel Atlas, Mis en lumiere par Guillaume & Iean Blaeu. La Seconde partie de la Premiere", Blaeu, Johannes
Subject: Title Pages
Period: 1645 (dated)
Publication:
Color: Hand Color
Size:
7.7 x 12.8 inches
19.6 x 32.5 cm
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This title page for the Netherlands section of Blaeu's great atlas is presented in the architectural format. A knight in full armor and a nun flank the title. At the top are two maidens displaying coats of arms, and the allegorical figure of Mars with his ferocious hounds. The French title and imprint are pasted onto the engraved framework, as was customary with title pages.
References: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #2:21B.
Condition: A
Superb color with gilt highlights and wide margins, with just a bit of toning and soiling along sheet edges.
Estimate: $200 - $230
Price: $100
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