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Auction 176, Lot 378

"Carte du Gouvernement Militaire d'Angleterre ou l'on Represente l'Etat des Officiers de Guerre et Celui des Forces de Terre et de Mer", Chatelain, Henry Abraham

Subject: Britain

Period: 1720 (circa)

Publication: Atlas Historique

Color: Black & White

Size:
18.1 x 13.3 inches
46 x 33.8 cm
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An interesting map of the of British Isles (6 x 6.5") and two allegorical scenes representing British military and government, separated into land forces on the left and naval forces on the right. The French text below expounds on English military strength in 1704.

References: Shirley (BI to 1750) Chatelain 4.

Condition: A

A nice impression with a few minor spots and some faint toning.

Estimate: $150 - $180

Sold for: $90

Closed on 2/12/2020

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