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"Generalis Totius Imperii Russorum Novissima Tabula Magnam Orbis Terrarum Partem a Polo Arctico usq ad Mare Iaponicum et Chinae Septentrionalis...", Homann, Johann Baptist
Subject: Northern Asia, Russia
Period: 1729 (circa)
Publication: Atlas Major cum Generales Omnium
Color: Hand Color
Size:
22.8 x 19.2 inches
57.9 x 48.8 cm
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Bold map of the Russian Empire and northern China covering the region from Finland and the Black Sea through Kamchatka in great detail. It is fully engraved to represent the topography of the region and colored to show the various Tartar tribes. A great whaling scene is engraved in the Arctic Ocean and the large title cartouche is surrounded by figures representing royalty and learning.
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Condition: B+
A sharp impression with full contemporary color on a bright, watermarked sheet with very light toning along the centerfold. There are archival repairs to a tiny hole and a short tear near the center of the map.
Estimate: $200 - $230
Current High Bid:
$0
Reserve: Reserve Not Met
Next Bid: $100
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