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Auction 192, Lot 355

"Royaume des Amazones", Mallet, Alain Manesson

Subject: Northern South America

Period: 1683 (circa)

Publication: Description de l'Univers

Color: Hand Color

Size:
3.8 x 5.6 inches
9.7 x 14.2 cm
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This miniature map of northern South America focuses on the Amazon River and is held up by two native Amazonians. French text on verso.

References: Pastoureau, MANESSON-MALLET 1 A [677].

Condition: B+

A nice impression with a small worm track along the left side of the image and light toning and foxing along the edges of the sheet.

Estimate: $80 - $95

Sold for: $70

Closed on 4/26/2023

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