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Auction 152, Lot 637
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"Presqu' Isle de Linde de la le Gange", Duval, Pierre

Subject: Southeast Asia

Period: 1682 (published)

Publication: Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle

Color: Hand Color

Size:
3.9 x 4.9 inches
9.9 x 12.4 cm
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This miniature map of Southeast Asia extends from Burma and China in the north to a portion of Sumatra in the south. The map depicts major towns, key topographical features, and dozens of tiny islands. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson's nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson.

References: King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI Fa.

Condition: B+

Attractive color on watermarked paper with light toning along centerfold.

Estimate: $140 - $170

Sold for: $80

Closed on 2/18/2015

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