Lot 312 , Abraham Ortelius and Humphrey Lluyd Map of Wales Cambriae Typus, 1579, first date with latin text (-)

Abraham Ortelius and Humphrey Lluyd
coloured engraving
Map of Wales "Cambriae Typus", 1579, first date with latin text
14.5 x 19.5in.
Estimate £100-150

Paper undulating, clearly not laid down. 1inch verticle tear to right of centre fold at bottom. Mounted to within 0.25inch of plate mark. Colouring assumed to be later. No sign of any foxing, housed in washline mount and gilt frame. Label verso for the Lyver and Boydell galleries of Liverpool. One label stating that colour is superb and original.


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Sold for £110