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Auction 207, Lot 389

"Europae Nova Tabula", Mercator/Jansson

Subject: Europe

Period: 1648 (circa)

Publication: Atlas Minor

Color: Black & White

Size:
8.1 x 5.8 inches
20.6 x 14.7 cm
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This is a reduced version of Gerard Mercator's folio map of Europe, extending to include part of Greenland, Iceland, and the mythical island of Frisland. It is adorned with a strapwork title cartouche and a block-shaped distance scale. Engraved by Abraham Goos. German text on verso, published between 1648-51.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #1000:352.1.

Condition: A

A crisp impression on a clean sheet.

Estimate: $140 - $170

Sold for: $100

Closed on 2/11/2026

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