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Auction 186, Lot 61

"[Compass Rose] Figure LXIV ", Mallet, Alain Manesson

Subject: Compass Rose

Period: 1683 (circa)

Publication: Description de l'Univers

Color: Black & White

Size:
4 x 5.7 inches
10.2 x 14.5 cm
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This striking miniature engraving depicts an elaborate compass rose. At the center of the compass rose are a trio of merfolk surrounding a shield with a ship etched into it. Wind heads blow gusts within the points of the compass, and a fleur-de-lis is directed north. French text on verso. For information on the history of the compass rose, please check out this article from our July 2014 newsletter.

References: Pastoureau, MANNESSON-MALLET I A [64].

Condition: A

A nice impression on watermarked paper.

Estimate: $100 - $130

Sold for: $85

Closed on 2/9/2022

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