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Auction 94, Lot 219
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"Europam sive Celticam Veterem. Sic Describere Conabar Abrahamus Ortelius", Jansson, Jan

Subject: Europe

Period: 1670 (circa)

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Color: Hand Color

Size:
18.5 x 14 inches
47 x 35.6 cm
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Splendid map of Europe in ancient times based on the Ortelius map of the same title. Title cartouche (which names Ortelius) is surmounted by a figure of Europa with a cornucopia, flags and banners. The distance cartouche is surrounded by several little cherubs cavorting with sea creatures. The land is fully engraved with forests, mountains and rivers, and there are several ancient place names. A beautiful example of fine Dutch cartography.

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Condition: A+

Exquisitely colored.

Estimate: $750 - $900

Sold for: $1,000

Closed on 3/7/2001

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