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"Le Royaume de Norwege Divise en ses Cinq Principaux Gouvernements Dresse sur les Derniers Memoires des Plusieurs Auteurs", Chiquet, Jacques
Subject: Norway & Sweden
Period: 1719 (dated)
Publication: Le Nouveau et Curieux Atlas Geographique et Historique
Color: Hand Color
Size:
6.5 x 8.6 inches
16.5 x 21.8 cm
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This charming, uncommon map illustrates Norway divided into provinces. It extends to include a bit of Sweden. A table at upper left lists the kings of Norway. Sea monsters, flying fish and ships fill the North Sea.
References: Mickwitz & Miekkavaara #43-17; Shirley (BL Atlases) T.MEN-1b.
Condition: B+
A nice impression on a lightly toned sheet with contemporary outline color in the map and later color in the cartouche. There is light, scattered foxing.
Estimate: $95 - $120
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Reserve: Reserve Not Met
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