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Auction 191, Lot 789

"Atabalipa Frere de Guascar Inca ou Empereur du Perou", Mallet, Alain Manesson

Subject: Prints - Native American

Period: 1683 (published)

Publication: Description de l'Univers

Color: Hand Color

Size:
4.1 x 6.1 inches
10.4 x 15.5 cm
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A lovely small portrait of Atahualpa (also known as Atabalipa), who was the last ruler of the Incas. He wears a feathered headdress and holds an arrow. French text on verso.

References: Pastoureau, MANESSON-MALLET 1 A [674].

Condition: A

A sharp impression with marginal toning.

Estimate: $95 - $120

Sold for: $60

Closed on 2/8/2023

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