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Auction 107, Lot 603

"[Lot of 3 - Blason ou Art Heraldique]", Diderot, Denis

Subject: Heraldry

Period: 1790 (circa)

Publication: Encyclopedie

Color: Hand Color

Size:
13.5 x 9.5 inches
34.3 x 24.1 cm
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Nice group of copper engravings depicting numerous heralds and medals from throughout the world. One sheet is particularly interesting as it contains the arms of the emperors of China, Persia, Ethiopia and Japan. Engraved by Benard. All are roughly the same size.

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Condition: A+

Attractive later color.

Estimate: $200 - $250

Sold for: $120

Closed on 6/9/2004

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