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Detailed Original Antique Map of the Region of Rome in Italy, c.1870
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About the Item
Antique map titled 'Roma Urbs'. Old map of Italy, it shows three inset maps of the region of Rome. This map originates from 'Atlas Antiquus, twaalf kaarten behoorende bij de Oude Geschiedenis'.
Artists and Engravers: Kiepert, Heinrich (1818-1899), was a German geographer, and the son of a wealthy businessman.
Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Split on folding line, please study image carefully.
Date: c.1870
Overall size: 35 x 45.5 cm.
Image size: 13.6 x 41.8 cm.
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- Creator:Heinrich Kiepert (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 17.92 in (45.5 cm)Width: 13.78 in (35 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1870
- Condition:Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Split on folding line, please study image carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-06670-201stDibs: LU3054327926172
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