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Lot 371
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"Isles de Cayenne", Mallet, Alain Manesson

Subject: French Guiana

Period: 1684 (published)

Publication: Beschreibung des Gantzen Welt-Kreisses...

Color: Hand Color

Size:
4.1 x 5.6 inches
10.4 x 14.2 cm
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This charming small map depicts Cayenne as a series of islands between the Cayenne and Mahury Rivers. A number of ships are engaged in battle in the background, and a ribbon-style cartouche fills the sky. Blank verso.

References: Pastoureau, MANESSON-MALLET I B.

Condition: A

A dark impression with a hint of toning and marginal foxing.

Estimate: $80 - $95

Price: $60

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