Old World Auctions - Auction Lot Detail

Antique Maps, Globes, Charts,
Atlases & Vintage Graphics

Close: June 12^th

Auction is closed. Bid Status

Terms & Conditions:

« Previous lot

Lot #16 - "Mappe Monde, sur un Plan Horisontal. Situe a 45d. de Latitude Nord. Hemisphere Oriental" Rigobert Bonne

Next lot »

Click to see full size image(s)

** Closed **

Lot 16
By: Rigobert Bonne
Subject: Eastern Hemisphere
Date: 1770 (circa)

Publication:

Condition Code: A

See Condition Guidelines

Color: hand color

Size: 13.5 x 9.2 inches
34.3 x 23.4 cm

A fine circular chart, drawn with a north polar projection, with great detail of the countries, seas and oceans portrayed above the southern latitudes. The map extends to include the northern portion of North America and Australia. On either side of the map are two spheres, "Effet de la Pesanteur" and "Sphere Oblique," showing the equator, tropics, horizon & ecliptics. A fine example of the work of Rigobert Bonne, the Royal Hydrographer in Paris.

Condition Description: A fine impression on watermarked paper with a couple of tiny, insignificant spots.

Estimate:
$140.00 - $180.00

Sold for: $100.00

This auction is closed!
The "Sold for:" amount shown above is the price realized not including the Buyer's Premium.