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The photos of the lot are informative and indicative, and cannot provide a highly detailed view of the object from all angles. We recommend a careful physical inspection of the lot before bidding.
148. World Map (planisphere), by George Louis Le Rouge, Paris, 1748
Starting price
Pretul de pornire si cel estimat nu sunt preturi de vanzare efective
EUR 400
Sold
Pretul de pornire si cel estimat nu sunt preturi de vanzare efective
EUR 450
Session
Thu, 3 October 2024 19:00
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The globe is part of the work "The New Atlas" created by the French geographer, publisher, engraver and architect George Louis Le Rouge (c. 1707-c. 1790). Born in Hanover into a Protestant family that had fled because of religious persecution, he became a true Enlightenment spirit, with a complex activity. The piece is splendidly decorated, the corners of the plate being decorated with four exotic figures. Copper engraving hand colored after printing.
Dimensions
width 34.5 cm, height 24 cm
Description
copper engraving, striped paper, hand colored
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Detalii
The globe is part of the work "The New Atlas" created by the French geographer, publisher, engraver and architect George Louis Le Rouge (c. 1707-c. 1790). Born in Hanover into a Protestant family that had fled because of religious persecution, he became a true Enlightenment spirit, with a complex activity. The piece is splendidly decorated, the corners of the plate being decorated with four exotic figures. Copper engraving hand colored after printing.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For clarifications regarding the bidding procedure, hammer price costs, guarantee, payment, and collection terms for the winning lot, we recommend carefully reading/re-reading the Bidding Regulations.
For additional information regarding the lot and the auction, please contact the Art Consultants Department.
Dimensions
width 34.5 cm, height 24 cm
Description
copper engraving, striped paper, hand colored
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