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Auction 89, Lot 209

"Carte de l''Isle et Royaume de Sicile",

Subject: Italy

Period: 1717 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
23 x 18.7 inches
58.4 x 47.5 cm
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Large and handsome map of the island filled with incredible detail including fortresses, churches, abbeys, ancient ruins, and aqueducts. The most prominent feature is the large volcano, Mt. Etna. Includes a large inset of Malta. Minor damp stain in wide margins.

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Condition: A

Estimate: $400 - $450

Sold for: $250

Closed on 12/8/1999

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