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Auction 143, Lot 784

"[Lot of 2] Isle de Paques [and] Femme de l'Isle de Paques", Cook, James (Capt.)

Subject: Easter Island

Period: 1780 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
6.7 x 8.2 inches
17 x 20.8 cm
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This map and portrait from Easter Island were engraved by Benard for a French edition of Cook's voyages. Size varies slightly.

A. Isle de Paques. This simple chart of Easter Island shows soundings, anchorages and hazards. A compass rose adorns the map at right. Engraved by Benard. Condition: (A)

B. Femme de l'Isle de Paques. A portrait of a woman from Easter Island, wearing a large shell necklace, based on an image by William Hodges. Engraved by Benard. Condition: Lightly toned. (B+)

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Condition:

See description above.

Estimate: $100 - $140

Sold for: $70

Closed on 2/13/2013

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