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Auction 94, Lot 280

"Leodiensis Dioecesis", Blaeu, (Family)

Subject: Belgium

Period: 1662 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.7 x 15 inches
50 x 38.1 cm
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Splendidly decorative map of the Muese River valley including Namur and Liege, with west oriented at top of map. Exquisitely engraved with an elaborate cartouche featuring two adorable putti and the coat of arms, a scale of miles, and a compass rose.

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Condition: A

Couple of worm tracks and minor damp stain in bottom margin.

Estimate: $300 - $375

Sold for: $200

Closed on 3/7/2001

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