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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
Current High Bid:
$0
Reserve: Reserve Not Met
Next Bid: $55
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