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Celestial Chart--Elwe, Jan Barend
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Sterre Kaert of Hemels Pleyn... Amsterdam, [c.1792], 470 x 590mm., double-page engraved celestial chart designed by Remmet Theunisse Backer, contemporary hand colour, small marginal repair
- paper
Condition
the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
This is an issue of a chart first published by Gerard van Keulen in Boeck zee-kaardt. It incorporates the twelve constellations that Dutch explorers added to the canon of constellations in the southern hemisphere in the late sixteenth century. The twelve new constellations were: the Chameleon; the Phoenix; the Toucan; Grus (the crane); Indus (Indian warrior with spear); Hydrus; Pavo; Paradisea; Triangulum; Musca (the fly); Volans (a flying fish) and Dorado (the goldfish). The chart rolls out the entire night sky in a modified Mercator style projection.