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Lot 527
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Depicts Papal Conclave to Select New Pope

"L'Idee Generale du Conclave de l'Exaltation des Papes, de Leur Pompe Funebre, et des Differentes Iuridictions de la Cour de Rome", Chatelain, Henry Abraham

Subject: Rome, Italy

Period: 1705 (published)

Publication: Atlas Historique, Tome I

Color: Hand Color

Size:
17.3 x 13.1 inches
43.9 x 33.3 cm
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This fascinating decorative chart features a bird's-eye plan of the Vatican, a view of the Basilica of Saint Peter, the Assembly of the Conclave in the Vatican, and six interior views, accompanied by historical notes.

References: Koeman, Cha 2.

Condition: A

A clean and bright example with a crisp impression on watermarked paper. There is minor toning along the edges of the sheet.

Estimate: $140 - $170

Sold for: $75

Closed on 6/18/2025

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