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Auction 109, Lot 733

"Carte Qui Contient la Maniere dont se Fait la Chasse des Boeufs Sauvages et des Elans, le Grand Saut de la Rivere de Niagara, la Danse du Calumet avec sa Description, et l'Explication de Armoiries de Quelques Sauvages du Canada", Chatelain, Henry Abraham

Subject: Native Americans

Period: 1719 (circa)

Publication: Atlas Historique et Methodique

Color: Hand Color

Size:
16.7 x 14.5 inches
42.4 x 36.8 cm
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A very unique sheet of various engravings concerning Native American customs and indigenous animals in North America. Includes a large view of an American buffalo and a grand view of Niagara Falls. At center is a table with engravings of various Indian activities, weapons and ceremonies. Most interesting are the engravings identified as the coat of arms of the Indian Nations. Sheet contains extensive explanation in French text.

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Condition: B

Repaired centerfold and tear in text (extending from centerfold) with tissue on verso.

Estimate: $240 - $300

Sold for: $140

Closed on 12/1/2004

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