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Auction 109, Lot 629

"L'Empire de la Chine…", Bellin, Jacques Nicolas

Subject: China and Korea

Period: 1748 (dated)

Publication: Prevost's L'Histoire Generale des Voyages

Color: Black & White

Size:
15.8 x 11.2 inches
40.1 x 28.4 cm
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Attractive and detailed map of China and Korea. The Sea of Japan is labeled Sea of Coree. The composition is nicely balanced with three decorative cartouches.

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Condition: B

Few minor spots and an old repair at fold intersection.

Estimate: $220 - $275

Sold for: $140

Closed on 12/1/2004

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