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October 16, 2014

LOT 530

Lot 530

Guillaume De l’Isle (1675-1726)

Guillaume De l’Isle (1675-1726)
Lot 530 Details
Guillaume De l’Isle (1675-1726)

CARTE DU CANADA OU DE LA NOUVELLE FRANCE ET DES DECOUVERTES QUI Y ONT ÉTÉ FAITES, 1745

originally published in 1703, this edition by Philippe Buache, with highly decorative title cartouche featuring a Catholic priest baptizing natives, missionaries, beaver, Canada goose and Niagara Falls
sight 20" x 25.5" — 50.8 x 64.8 cm.

Estimate $300-$500

Realised: $720
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

Buache trained under De l’Isle, and eventually married his daughter.

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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