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Auction 201, Lot 43

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"Demonstrations Geometriques, des Spheres Droite, Paralelle, et Oblique", Brion de la Tour/Desnos

Subject: Cartographic Miscellany, Compass Rose

Period: 1790 (circa)

Publication: Atlas General, Civil, Ecclesiastique et Militaire

Color: Hand Color

Size:
12.5 x 11.2 inches
31.8 x 28.4 cm
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This interesting, decorative chart centers on a wind rose surrounded by astronomical diagrams. The elaborate rococo border was printed from a separate copper plate.

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Condition: A

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

Estimate: $60 - $80

Sold for: $55

Closed on 11/20/2024

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