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LOT 517

Lot 517

Henri Abraham Chatelain (1684-1743) and Nicolas Gueudeville (1652-1721)

Henri Abraham Chatelain (1684-1743) and Nicolas Gueudeville (1652-1721)
Lot 517 Details
Henri Abraham Chatelain (1684-1743) and Nicolas Gueudeville (1652-1721)

DESCRIPTION DES CASTORS & DE LEUR INDUSTRIE, DES CANOTS, HABITATIONS, HABILLEMENS, MANIERE DE VIVRE DES SAUVAGES DU CANADA

engraved leaf of text on laid paper with illustrations from Atlas Historique, ou Nouvelle Introduction a l'Histoire a la Chronologie & a la Geographie Ancienne & Modern, vol. VI, Amsterdam, 1705-1720
sight 17.5 x 19.75 in — 44.5 x 50.2 cm

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $264
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Title translation: Description of Beavers & Their Industry, Canoes, Dwellings, Clothing, Way of Living of the Indians of Canada

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