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Auction 157, Lot 7
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"Atlas Historique. Tome Premier", Chatelain, Henry Abraham

Subject: Title Pages

Period: 1721 (published)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
9.1 x 15.6 inches
23.1 x 39.6 cm
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The frontispiece, by B. Picart, shows classical muses representing: Geography, using measuring dividers on a map; Navigation with a crown of ships' bows and holding an oar; Chronology ,holding a genealogical chart; and winged History writing the Atlas Historique. The muses surround Atlas who supports the large globe at center. Above them it appears that Father Time is carrying a woman to heaven where a pantheon of ancient gods awaits in the clouds.

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Condition: A

A strong impression with lovely color and just a few minor spots, otherwise fine.

Estimate: $275 - $350

Sold for: $200

Closed on 5/4/2016

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