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TWO ANTIQUE MAPS, "Orbis Terrarum veteribus cogniti Typus admentem veterum Geographorum præsentatur a Christ," AND "Facies Poli Arctici," NUREMBURG, CIRCA 1720, hand colored engravings, "Orbis Terrarum veteribus cogniti Typus admentem veterum Geographorum præsentatur a Christ," and "Facies Poli Arctici adiacentiumque ei regionum ex recentissimis internariis dileneata cura," two page fragments published originally in 1720 by Johann Christoph Weigel (1654-1725) for Johann David Köhler's (1684-1755) Descriptio orbis antiqui in XLIV tabulis, a world atlas, plates: 13 1/4" x 13 3/4" and 12 1/2" x 14 1/2"; sheets: 17 3/4" x 14 1/2".

  • Condition: Some toning, smudges, small holes in margin of one, joined paper as issued, a few foxing spots, some old moisture exposure, but overall in good to very condition, wear commensurate with age. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS.”

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