Collection of Jean and Jim Barrow | May 20, 2023
Sat, May 20, 2023 09:00AM EDT
Lot 174
Rumold Mercator - Map of the World
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
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 |
Rumold Mercator (1545-1599), Orbis Terrae Compendiosa Descriptio Quam ex Magna Universali Mercatoris...MDLxxxvii, originally published Geneva, 1587, this example of a later unknown date (probably 17th century), blank verso, plate 11-1/4 x 20-3/4 in., sheet 12-1/4 x 21-1/4 in.; gilt wood frame, 19-1/4 x 28-1/2 in.
Condition
hinged in on mat at top edge with archival tape, some light staining, scattered foxing verso, possibly trimmed; frame with light wear
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Collection of Jean and Jim Barrow
