Current Auction
"Deserta Aegypti, Thebaidis, Arabiae, Syriae Etc. Ubi Accurate Notata sunt Loca Inhabitata per Sanctos Patres Anachoretas", Seutter, Matthias
Subject: Middle East, Egypt & Cyprus
Period: 1730 (circa)
Publication:
Color: Hand Color
Size:
22.6 x 19.5 inches
57.4 x 49.5 cm
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This map focuses on the Middle Eastern regions surrounding the eastern Mediterranean and the western Red Sea. A large compass rose at bottom right orients north to the top right. The map is filled with three-dimensional mountains and miniature vignettes of people and animals, including two snakes chasing a Pegasus-like creature in Egypt. Two ships in the Mediterranean represent St. Hilarion's ship escaping a pirate ship. The allegorical title cartouche features Pan, a Centaur, and other mythical creatures.
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Condition: A
A sharp impression with full contemporary color on a bright sheet with a hint of toning along the centerfold.
Estimate: $275 - $350
Current High Bid:
$0
Reserve: Reserve Not Met
Next Bid: $140
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