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Auction 96, Lot 260
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"Nova et Accurata Totius Europae Descriptio", Wit, Frederick de

Subject: Europe

Period: 1690 (published)

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Color: Hand Color

Size:
22.8 x 19.1 inches
57.9 x 48.5 cm
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Finely engraved large map of Europe with the characteristic detail of this prominent Dutch cartographer. It is richly ornamented with a variety of ships sailing the seas, a compass rose, a sea monster, Europa shown riding Zeus in the form of a bull, and several putti holding the title banner aloft.

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Condition: A

Expert repair of centerfold (including a small tear at center) and some marginal tears. Original color, lightly refreshed.

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,100

Sold for: $700

Closed on 9/12/2001

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