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Auction 99, Lot 76

"Planispheres Celestes", Lapie, Alexander Emile & Pierre

Subject: Celestial

Period: 1828 (dated)

Publication: Atlas Universel

Color: Hand Color

Size:
22.5 x 13.5 inches
57.2 x 34.3 cm
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An interesting double hemisphere celestial chart in the austere style popular in the early 19th century. The constellations are named with stars connected in outline color. Script title and modern color.

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Condition: A

Toning in margins, well away from the map.

Estimate: $180 - $200

Sold for: $90

Closed on 6/12/2002

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