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Auction 109, Lot 731

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"[Lot of 3 - Polynesia]", Cook, James (Capt.)

Subject: Exploration - Pacific

Period: 1795 (circa)

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Group of copper engraved views showing native boats and fishing. 1) Gezigt van het Eiland Otahiti en enige vaartuigen van hetzelve ( 13.5 x7.8") is a view in Tahiti. 2) Gezigt van het Eiland Ulietea met eene dubbele Praauw en een Schuiten-huis (13.2 x 7.8") is a view of Ulietea, one of the Society Islands. 3) Gezigt van het eiland Otahiti op den afstand van eene zee-mijl in het Z.O. (18 x 8") is a view of Tahiti.

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Condition: B

Folding as issued. Some light foxing.

Estimate: $200 - $250

Sold for: $130

Closed on 12/1/2004

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