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Auction 208, Lot 43
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"Orbis Vetus, Juxta Strabonem", Cellarius, Christophorus

Subject: Ancient World

Period: 1686 (circa)

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Color: Black & White

Size:
11.7 x 6.9 inches
29.7 x 17.5 cm
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This map of the ancient world is divided into seven climatic zones. The Asian continent is severely truncated and there is no Japan. The map is nicely composed in a semi-circular projection with a ribbon draped title cartouche at left and an allegorical vignette of Strabo at a huge globe at right. At top is a strange and interesting vignette showing Prometheus chained to a rock.

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Condition: A

A nice impression issued folding, with a small rust spot in the Caspian Sea and a hint of printer's ink residue at bottom left.

Estimate: $140 - $170

Sold for: $70

Closed on 4/22/2026

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