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Auction 91, Lot 270

"Negroponte",

Subject: Greece

Period: 1590 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
5.5 x 4 inches
14 x 10.2 cm
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Captivating miniature map of the island connected by a bridge even at this early point in history. Athens is shown in upper left of map. The sea is stipple engraved in the Italian style and filled with sea monsters, a title cartouche and a compass rose. On a full sheet of Italian text.

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Condition: A+

Estimate: $170 - $200

Sold for: $120

Closed on 6/14/2000

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