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Auction 164, Lot 632

"Carte Historique, Cronologique, Geographique de l'Empire Grec, avec des Remarques sur les Conquestes d'Alexandre le Grand, Fondateur de Cette Empire", Chatelain, Henry Abraham

Subject: Eastern Mediterranean & Middle East

Period: 1708 (published)

Publication: Atlas Historique…

Color: Hand Color

Size:
17.1 x 6.7 inches
43.4 x 17 cm
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This is a fascinating map of the region of the eastern Mediterranean through the Middle East. The conquests of Alexander the Great are noted, as well as the travels of Apostle Paul. There are notations throughout the map, noting the "Seven Wonders of the Ancient World," depicted with tiny vignettes. Tables of French text appear above and below the map. Measures 17.1 x 13.1" with text.

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Condition: A

A crisp impression with minor toning along the edges of the sheet.

Estimate: $200 - $240

Sold for: $100

Closed on 9/13/2017

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