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Auction 199, Lot 650
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"Isle de Zocotora", Mallet, Alain Manesson

Subject: Socotra

Period: 1683 (circa)

Publication: Description de l'Univers

Color: Hand Color

Size:
3.9 x 5.8 inches
9.9 x 14.7 cm
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This striking miniature map shows the Socotra archipelago, with the emphasis on the main island, showing trees, mountains, and shelters. Several ships fill the waters (some engaged in combat), and the Arabian coastline appears in the background. The title flies above the scene in a ribbon-style cartouche.

References: Pastoureau, MANESSON-MALLET I A [292].

Condition: A

A sharp impression on a bright sheet with archival repairs to a couple small chips in the top blank margin, well away from engraved image.

Estimate: $100 - $130

Sold for: $75

Closed on 9/11/2024

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