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"Astronomy", Blaeu, Willem

Subject: Celestial

Period: 1642 (published)

Publication: Dictionary of Arts & Sciences

Color: Black & White

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8 x 10 inches
20.3 x 25.4 cm

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Three plates plus an article on the history and theories of astronomy. One is of the solar system, one with several diagrams of eclipses, and another showing the apparent motions of the planets. An interesting set with a little foxing and light damp stain. One plate is illustrated.

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Condition: B

Estimate: $50 - $80

Unsold

Closed on 10/2/1999

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"Astronomy", Blaeu, Willem

Subject: Celestial

Period: 1642 (published)

Publication: Dictionary of Arts & Sciences

Color: Black & White

Size:

8 x 10 inches
20.3 x 25.4 cm

Three plates plus an article on the history and theories of astronomy. One is of the solar system, one with several diagrams of eclipses, and another showing the apparent motions of the planets. An interesting set with a little foxing and light damp stain. One plate is illustrated.

References:

Condition: B

Estimate: $50 - $80

Unsold

Closed on 10/2/1999

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"Astronomy", Blaeu, Willem

Subject: Celestial

Period: 1642 (published)

Publication: Dictionary of Arts & Sciences

Color: Black & White

Size:

8 x 10 inches20.3 x 25.4 cm

Three plates plus an article on the history and theories of astronomy. One is of the solar system, one with several diagrams of eclipses, and another showing the apparent motions of the planets. An interesting set with a little foxing and light damp stain. One plate is illustrated.

References:

Condition: B

Estimate: $50 - $80

Unsold

Closed on 10/2/1999

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8 x 10 inches
20.3 x 25.4 cm