Current Live Auction
Lot 14
Current Auction

LIVE AUCTION MARCH 11

"Planisphaerium Coeleste", Lotter, Tobias Conrad

Subject: Celestial

Period: 1772 (circa)

Publication: Atlas Novus

Color: Hand Color

Size:
22.4 x 18.9 inches
56.9 x 48 cm
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This graphic twin hemisphere chart of the heavens follows the Hevelius style with the design taken from Eimmart and Schenk. Six circular diagrams surround the planispheres: Tychonic model of the planetary system, Ptolemaic solar system, relationship of the moon and the tides, annual illumination of the earth by the sun, Copernican theory of the planetary system, and monthly illumination of the moon. Armillary spheres and globes decorate the map as well, and a key to the symbols used for the brightness of the stars is nestled in the cusp between the planispheres.

References: Kanas, p. 171; Warner p. 164.

Condition: B+

A nice impression with full contemporary color with a few spots of foxing and marginal soiling, mostly visible in the top margin.

Estimate: $950 - $1,200

Current High Bid:
$0

Reserve: Reserve Not Met
Next Bid: $700

Bid Increments
$500 - $999$50
$1,000 - $2,499$100
$2,500 - $4,999$250
$5,000 - $9,999$500
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