Emporium & Humber Family Collection Auction
Fri, Feb 4, 2022 09:00AM EST
Lot 346
Ortelius - Africae Tabula Nova, Map
Estimate: $600 - $900
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598), Africae Tabula Nova, Antwerp, circa 1570-1612, in two sheets, text verso, engraving on laid paper with hand colored highlights, decorative title cartouche, swordfish, sea monster, and ship decoration, plate 14-3/4 x 19-3/4 in., sheet 16-1/2 x 21-1/2 in., unframed
Provenance: Humber Family, North Carolina
Condition
scattered light foxing, handling creases, formerly hinged in (tape remnants at top verso)
