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Auction 94, Lot 32

"Carte de la direction des Vents generaux et des Moussons", Bonne, Rigobert

Subject: World

Period: 1781 (published)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
12.6 x 8.5 inches
32 x 21.6 cm
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Very interesting chart that shows the direction of the trade winds and monsoons. Comprised of two charts centered on the equator. The upper map shows Africa and Asia, the other the Americas. Both extend to just beyond the Tropic of Capricorn and Cancer.

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Condition: A

Estimate: $75 - $100

Sold for: $60

Closed on 3/7/2001

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