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Auction 90, Lot 227

"A Draught of the Road and Harbour of Brest with the Adjacent Coast",

Subject: France

Period: 1757 (published)

Publication: Gentleman's Magazine

Color: Black & White

Size:
7 x 17 inches
17.8 x 43.2 cm
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Charming copper engraving depicting the harbor, fortified city, and vicinity. Rhumb lines and soundings in the sea, and small houses, churches, windmills and a decorative cartouche complete the map. Ref: Jolly GENT-109.

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Condition: A+

Estimate: $35 - $40

Sold for: $55

Closed on 3/15/2000

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