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Auction 198, Lot 284

"Isles Caribes", Mallet, Alain Manesson

Subject: Caribbean

Period: 1683 (circa)

Publication: Description de l'Univers

Color: Black & White

Size:
4.2 x 5.9 inches
10.7 x 15 cm
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This charming miniature map extends from Puerto Rico to the northern coast of South America. The Caribbean is filled with ships and sea battles, and the title appears in a banner stretching across the sky. French text on verso. This example has no signature "Xij" at bottom right.

References: cf. Pastoureau, MANESSON-MALLET I A [648].

Condition: A

A nice impression on a bright sheet.

Estimate: $100 - $130

Sold for: $75

Closed on 6/19/2024

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