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Auction 97, Lot 23

"Plan de l'Histoire Universelle, oulon voit les quatre Monarchies du Monde , et tous les Anciens Etats, aussi bien que ceux qui subsistent aujourhuy", Chatelain, Henry Abraham

Subject: World

Period: 1705 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
17.5 x 13.2 inches
44.5 x 33.5 cm
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Extremely interesting map with a large map of the Eastern Hemisphere, into which is inset a smaller Western Hemisphere with the ISLAND OF CALIFORNIA. Below the map are seven vignettes depicting the seven wonders of the Ancient World. The entire map is surrounded by tables of French text.

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Condition: A

Tiny bit of insignificant foxing and short split on top centerfold, closed with archival tape. Overall very good.

Estimate: $600 - $700

Sold for: $500

Closed on 12/5/2001

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