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Auction 196, Lot 348

"Ples. du Perou", Mallet, Alain Manesson

Subject: Peru, Native Americans

Period: 1684 (published)

Publication: Beschreibung des Gantzen Welt-Kreisses...

Color: Hand Color

Size:
4.1 x 5.8 inches
10.4 x 14.7 cm
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This attractive engraving shows a pair of Peruvian natives. The title is contained in a banner-style cartouche typical of Mallet's engravings.

References: King (2nd ed.) pp. 152-53; Pastoureau, MANESSON-MALLET I B.

Condition: A

A dark impression on a watermarked sheet with a hint of toning along the edges.

Estimate: $80 - $95

Sold for: $60

Closed on 2/7/2024

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