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Auction 105, Lot 36
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"Carte de la Direction des Vents Generaux et des Moussons", Bonne, Rigobert

Subject: World

Period: 1780 (circa)

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Color: Hand Color

Size:
12.7 x 8.5 inches
32.3 x 21.6 cm
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Very interesting chart that shows the direction of the trade winds and monsoons. Comprised of two charts centered on the equator. The upper map shows Africa and Asia, with the Americas appearing on the lower map. Both extend to just beyond the Tropics of Capricorn and Cancer.

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Condition: A

Original color, light foxing in margins.

Estimate: $100 - $140

Sold for: $75

Closed on 12/3/2003

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