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Auction 93, Lot 232

"Frisia Occidentalis", Mercator

Subject: Netherlands

Period: 1640 (circa)

Publication: Atlas Minor

Color: Hand Color

Size:
6.9 x 4.8 inches
17.5 x 12.2 cm
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Splendid oval map of the northern part of The Netherlands, the Provinces of Friesland, Groningen and part of Drenthe. Several offshore islands are also shown. Strapwork title cartouche with the map enclosed in a decorative strapwork surround.

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Condition: A+

Estimate: $200 - $240

Sold for: $230

Closed on 12/6/2000

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