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Auction 97, Lot 375

"Castilia Vetus et Nova", Mercator/Hondius

Subject: Spain

Period: 1623 (published)

Publication: Atlas Minor

Color: Hand Color

Size:
7.3 x 5.3 inches
18.5 x 13.5 cm
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A charming and desirable map of the heart of Spain, with Madrid and numerous important towns highlighted with tiny cathedral symbols. Strapwork title and distance scale cartouches and original color.

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Condition: A

Couple of worm holes in margin, well away from the image.

Estimate: $90 - $120

Sold for: $65

Closed on 12/5/2001

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