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Old Original Miniature View of the Skyline of Miaco 'Kyoto, Japan', 1683
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Antique print titled 'De l'Asie Figure XXV, Miaco'.
Miniature view of the skyline of Miaco (Kyoto, Japan). This print originates from 'Description de l'Univers', published 1683.
Artists and Engravers: Alain Manesson Mallet, a French engineer and mathematician, born 1630 in Paris. His major work was the "Description de l'Univers" first published 1683.
- Dimensions:Height: 8.08 in (20.5 cm)Width: 5.12 in (13 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:1680-1689
- Date of Manufacture:1683
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Condition: Very good, general age-related toning. French verso, please study image carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
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