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Auction 206, Lot 671
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"Moscovitarum Genius, Mores, Consuetudines et Ceremoniae", Scherer, Heinrich

Subject: Title Pages, Russia

Period: 1703 (published)

Publication: Atlas Novus

Color: Hand Color

Size:
7.7 x 9.6 inches
19.6 x 24.4 cm
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This inventive title page was drawn by Johann Degler and engraved by Joseph a Montelegre. The image is intended to depict the manners, customs, and ceremonies of the Muscovites. The image centers on two men performing a ceremonial bow, while behind them the Ecumenical Patriarch leads a procession to the temple. In the background is a battle scene with a ribbon banner indicating that it could be "with Poles, Tartars or Swedes."

References: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.SHER-1a #95.

Condition: A+

A sharp impression on a bright sheet with a hint of marginal soiling.

Estimate: $110 - $140

Sold for: $75

Closed on 11/12/2025

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