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"Mansfeldia Comitatus Auctore Tilemanno Stella Sig.", Blaeu, Willem
Subject: Northern Germany
Period: 1659 (circa)
Publication: Nuevo Atlas o Teatro del Mundo...
Color: Hand Color
Size:
19.7 x 16.2 inches
50 x 41.1 cm
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This very detailed map centered on Mansfeld was prepared by Tilemano Stella, a German cartographer who made maps of Germany and the Holy Land. Detail includes graphic depictions of mountains, rivers, marshes, forests and cities. The title cartouche is flanked by two cherubs dressed as knights - one of whom has just slain a dragon. The coat of arms is above the cartouche. Spanish text on verso, published between 1659-72.
References: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #2150:2.
Condition: A
A crisp impression on a sheet with an elephant watermark. There is a bit of foxing and minor show-through from text on verso.
Estimate: $150 - $180
Price: $110
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