Item Detail |
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MapMaker: |
Mercator [Family]
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Subject: |
Ancient World |
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Period/Size: |
1585-89 / 16.5" x 11.4" (42.0 x 29.0 cm)
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Color: |
Unknown
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Condition: |
Contemporary goatskin, gilt; rebacked, retaining original spine, sides repaired and slightly stained. Maps uncolored. Some marginal soiling. Occasional staining. Two maps added (Europa; Orbis Terrae Compendiosa), both stained. (condition help) |
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Source: |
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References: |
Van der Krogt, P. (Atlantes) 1:001 & 1:002B; Koeman, C. (Atlantes) Me 9 & Me11; Mickwitz, A. 2:221; Shirley, R.W. (BL Atlases) T.MER-2a & 2b. |
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Sales Information |
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Price: |
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Offered by: |
Sotheby's |
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Catalog: |
Sale L07407 - Natural History, Travel, Atlases and Maps - November 15, 2007 (8553) |
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Lot/Item #: |
39 |
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Date: |
11/2007
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