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Antique Print with a View of the Temple of Daibuth, Japan, 1683

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Antique print titled 'Temple de Daibuth'. View of the temple of Daibuth, Japan. Originates from 'Description de l'Univers'. 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: 8.19 in (20.8 cm)Width: 5.52 in (14 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: Good, general age-related toning. French text on verso, please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-05441b 1stDibs: LU3054327171692

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