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Auction 107, Lot 447

"Asie", Levasseur, Victor

Subject: Asia

Period: 1850 (circa)

Publication: Atlas National Illustre

Color: Hand Color

Size:
17.2 x 11.2 inches
43.7 x 28.4 cm
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Nice impression of this lovely map of the continent. The map is surrounded by steel engraved vignettes depicting costumes of the various peoples of Asia, Adam and Eve, and several exotic animals. One of the last maps produced in the decorative style.

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Condition: A

Fine outline coloring with full margins. Surrounding scenes uncolored, as issued.

Estimate: $150 - $200

Sold for: $110

Closed on 6/9/2004

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