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"Plan de l'Histoire Universelle, ou l'on voit les Quatre Monarchies du Monde, et tous les Anciens Etats Aussi bien que ceux qui Subsistent Aujourdhuy", Chatelain, Henry Abraham
Subject: World
Period: 1705 (published)
Publication: Atlas Historique
Color: Hand Color
Size:
17.3 x 13.3 inches
43.9 x 33.8 cm
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The unique composition of this interesting map shows the entire world but emphasizes the Old World. The main map depicts the Eastern Hemisphere, into which is inset a smaller Western Hemisphere with the island of California. The map shows the extents of the Roman Empire and Alexander the Great's Empire. Below are vignettes depicting the seven wonders of the ancient world. Tables and French text surround the map.
References: Koeman, Cha 1 #3.
Condition: A
Issued on a watermarked sheet with initials "ICH." There is some light toning along the sheet edges and a few archival repairs confined to the blank margins.
Estimate: $275 - $350
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Reserve: Reserve Not Met
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