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Auction 94, Lot 383

"Isle Molucoues", Mallet, Alain Manesson

Subject: Southeast Asia

Period: 1683 (published)

Publication: De l'Asie

Color: Hand Color

Size:
3.8 x 5.6 inches
9.7 x 14.2 cm
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Great small map of the Moluccan Islands or the famed "Spice Islands", the discovery of which spurred the European exploration of South East Asia and the fierce competition between the various nations. The map illustrates this very well with the depiction of a sea battle surrounding the islands.

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Condition: A

Estimate: $130 - $150

Sold for: $210

Closed on 3/7/2001

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