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After van Geelkercken Orbis Terrarum Engraved Map
Estimate:
$300 - $500
Passed
Live Auction
The Estate of Martin Bregman & Others, Jan 3
Description
After Nicholas (Nicolaes) van Geelkercken (Netherlandish, circa 1585-1656), "Orbis Terrarum Descriptio Duobis Planis Hemisphaeriis Comprehesa," hand-colored engraving / engraved map on paper, depicting both hemispheres with Adam and Eve at top center, title banner at top, each hemisphere with inscribed cartouche, other mythological and Biblica scenes at border. Image: 19.5" H x 25.75" W; frame: 20.5" H x 26.5" W.
Condition
Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition, additional condition information is available by request.
