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"Ducatus Turonensis. Touraine". Copper-engraving by Willem Janszoon Blaeu (1571-1638) and Joan Blaeu (1596-1673)- according to I. Franco's map, first published 1631 . Original contemporary colouring. With ornamental title-cartouche, coat of arms...

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Blaeu, W. and J.

Blaeu, W. and J.

Amsterdam

1640

"Ducatus Turonensis. Touraine". Copper-engraving by Willem Janszoon Blaeu (1571-1638) and Joan Blaeu (1596-1673); according to I. Franco's map, first published 1631 . Original contemporary colouring. With ornamental title-cartouche, coat of arms and "Milliaria Gallica communia" in a figure cartouche. 38:50 cm (15 x 19 3/4 inch.).

Koeman II, map 438:2, ed. 2:101 (1635 Latin) - Map of a region famous for its wine, including Chinon, Saumur, Bourgeuil, and Sauvignon; with the city of Tours in the centre.


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