Antique Prints and Maps - NO RESERVE - DAY 2

Spencer Ambrose Beach (1860–1922) – Pomological Study of the Streaked Pippin Apple

Alex Lagarde – Botanical Study of Dendrobium Moschatum – Hand-coloured lithograph (1845)

Girolamo Ruscelli (1504–1566) – Portrait of Ottavio Puro Magonio – Etching (1566)

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Avignon, Provence-alpes-c?te D?azur, France

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Antique Prints and Maps - NO RESERVE - DAY 2

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Robert Benard (1734–1777) – Cross Sections of Glass Furnaces – Copper engraving (1762): "Glaces, coupes Longitudinale et Transversale du Fourneau, et developpement de la fermeture de la Glaie" provides a technical architectural and mechanical study of glassmaking kilns. The print

0001: Robert Benard (1734–1777) – Cross Sections of Glass Furnaces – Copper engraving (1762)Est.

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Robert Benard (1734–1777) – View of a Sand Casting Foundry and Furnace Construction: "Fondeur en Sable" illustrates the interior of an 18th-century foundry where workers prepare molds for sand casting. The upper scene shows craftsmen at work with specialized tools and bellows, while

0002: Robert Benard (1734–1777) – View of a Sand Casting Foundry and Furnace ConstructionEst.

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Robert Benard (1734–1777) – Techniques for Net Weaving for Fishing and Hunting: "Filets de Peche, de Chasse, &c. Autre Maniere de Mailler, 1.re 2.e et 3.e Operation" demonstrates the manual process of knotting and weaving nets used for hunting and fishing. The plate illustrates

0003: Robert Benard (1734–1777) – Techniques for Net Weaving for Fishing and HuntingEst.

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Robert Benard (1734–1777) – Tools and Implements of the Tinsmith – Copper engraving (1767): "Ferblantier" displays a specialized array of tools used by a tinsmith, including shears, snips, hammers, anvils, and various punches for embossing patterns like stars and clubs. The plate serves as

0004: Robert Benard (1734–1777) – Tools and Implements of the Tinsmith – Copper engraving (1767)Est.

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Robert Benard (1734–1777) – View of a Tinplate Forge and Manufacturing Operations: "Fer Blanc, Forge de la Feuille et autres Operations" illustrates the industrial interior of a 18th-century tinplate forge. The scene features multiple craftsmen engaged in the labor-intensive

0005: Robert Benard (1734–1777) – View of a Tinplate Forge and Manufacturing OperationsEst.

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Robert Benard (1734–1777) – Tools and Grinders for the Liquorist and Coffee Maker: "Distillateur Liquoriste Limonadier, Moulure du Cafe" showcases the specialized equipment used in 18th-century beverage production, specifically focusing on coffee grinding machinery. The plate

0006: Robert Benard (1734–1777) – Tools and Grinders for the Liquorist and Coffee MakerEst.

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Antoine François Prevost (1697–1763) – Farewell Audience of Evert Ysbrants Ides in China: "Audience de Conge tiree d'Isbrand Ides" depicts the formal diplomatic departure of the Dutch traveler and diplomat Evert Ysbrants Ides from the imperial court of China. The scene shows a large

0007: Antoine François Prevost (1697–1763) – Farewell Audience of Evert Ysbrants Ides in ChinaEst.

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Henry Shaw (1800–1873) – Set of 2: Biographies of Francis I and the Earl of Surrey: "Francis the First, King of France" and "The Earl of Surrey" are presented as a set of biographical text pages, each distinguished by a large, ornate illuminated initial letter. The letter B for the

0008: Henry Shaw (1800–1873) – Set of 2: Biographies of Francis I and the Earl of SurreyEst.

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Henry Shaw (1800–1873) – Set of 2: Biography of Prince Arthur and History of Minstrels: "Arthur, Prince of Wales" and "Minstrels" are presented as a set of two descriptive pages featuring elaborate illuminated initials. The text for Prince Arthur begins with a decorative letter E in red

0009: Henry Shaw (1800–1873) – Set of 2: Biography of Prince Arthur and History of MinstrelsEst.

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Pablo Picasso (1881–1973), after – Horse – Offset print (20th Century): "Horse" features a minimalist, linear composition of a stallion rendered with sharp, angular black outlines against a neutral grey background. The work demonstrates the artist's ability to convey

0010: Pablo Picasso (1881–1973), after – Horse – Offset print (20th Century)Est.

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Bernard Buffet (1928–1999), after – Courtyard with Arches and Text – Offset print (20th: "Maman La Tendresse" consists of a page featuring handwritten French text above a colourful architectural scene. The imagery depicts a yellow-walled courtyard with a series of receding arched

0011: Bernard Buffet (1928–1999), after – Courtyard with Arches and Text – Offset print (20thEst.

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Girolamo Ruscelli (1504–1566) – Portrait of Ottavio Puro Magonio – Etching (1566): "Ottavio Puro Magonio, Cavalier di San Stefano" is featured within an ornate cartouche supported by allegorical figures and grotesque masks. The central emblem depicts a lit torch between two blowing

0012: Girolamo Ruscelli (1504–1566) – Portrait of Ottavio Puro Magonio – Etching (1566)Est.

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Friedrich Justin Bertuch – Studies of Classical Statues and Mythological Figures: "Alterthuemer XIX" illustrates a collection of classical antiquities, including figures of Mars, Venus, and Mercury, along with tritons and a discobolus. This hand-coloured copper engraving

0013: Friedrich Justin Bertuch – Studies of Classical Statues and Mythological FiguresEst.

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Pietro Andrea Mattioli (1501–1577) – Botanical Study of Onions and Chives – Woodcut (1586): "Cepa Capitata, Cepa Sectilis, Cepa Fissilis, Cepa Ascalonica" presents four distinct varieties of the Allium genus, including common onions, chives, and shallots, depicted with their root structures

0014: Pietro Andrea Mattioli (1501–1577) – Botanical Study of Onions and Chives – Woodcut (1586)Est.

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Robert Benard – Marine Shells and Sea Tubes – Copper engraving (1768): "Oreilles de Mer" and "Tuyaux de Mer" displays various specimens of abalone shells and tusk shells, rendered with scientific accuracy to show both interior and exterior textures. This copper

0015: Robert Benard – Marine Shells and Sea Tubes – Copper engraving (1768)Est.

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Pierre Jean François Turpin – Botanical Study of Asafoetida – Hand-coloured stipple engraving: "Asa Foetida" depicts the flowering plant Ferula assa-foetida, showing its characteristic umbels, fine foliage, and robust root system. This hand-coloured stipple engraving originates from the

0016: Pierre Jean François Turpin – Botanical Study of Asafoetida – Hand-coloured stipple engravingEst.

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Pierre Jean François Turpin – Botanical Study of Asarabacca – Hand-coloured stipple engraving: "Asaret" illustrates the Asarum europaeum, commonly known as asarabacca or wild ginger, displaying its kidney-shaped leaves, low-growing flowers, and complex rhizome system. Below the main plant,

0017: Pierre Jean François Turpin – Botanical Study of Asarabacca – Hand-coloured stipple engravingEst.

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Robert Benard – Studies of Military Siege Engines – Copper engraving (1768): "Art Militaire" illustrates several types of ancient and medieval siege machinery, including catapults and ballistic devices designed for launching projectiles. The plate depicts various mechanical

0018: Robert Benard – Studies of Military Siege Engines – Copper engraving (1768)Est.

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Robert Benard – Studies of Ancient and Medieval Weaponry – Copper engraving (1768): "Art Militaire" presents a comprehensive typology of historical hand-to-hand combat weapons and projectiles. The plate illustrates various forms of maces, flails, spiked clubs, and polearms including

0019: Robert Benard – Studies of Ancient and Medieval Weaponry – Copper engraving (1768)Est.

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Charles Morren (1807–1858) – Botanical Study of Acacia Squamata – Hand-coloured lithograph: "Acacia squamata. Morr." illustrates a vibrant flowering specimen of the scaly wattle, featuring its characteristic globular yellow flower heads and slender, leafless phyllodes. The plate includes

0020: Charles Morren (1807–1858) – Botanical Study of Acacia Squamata – Hand-coloured lithographEst.

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Charles Morren (1807–1858) – Botanical Study of Forsythia Viridissima – Hand-coloured: "Forsythia viridissima" depicts a vibrant flowering branch of the green-stemmed forsythia, showing its signature bell-shaped yellow blossoms and deep green serrated leaves. The plate features

0021: Charles Morren (1807–1858) – Botanical Study of Forsythia Viridissima – Hand-colouredEst.

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Jean-Charles Werner – Study of a Lesser Grey Shrike – Hand-coloured lithograph (1820–1839): "Pie-grièche à poitrine rose (Lanius minor. Linn.)" depicts a Lesser Grey Shrike perched upon a rustic branch, showcasing its characteristic black mask, soft grey plumage, and the subtle rosy tint

0022: Jean-Charles Werner – Study of a Lesser Grey Shrike – Hand-coloured lithograph (1820–1839)Est.

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Johann Wilhelm Weinmann – Botanical Study of Thistle and Field Plants – Hand-coloured lithograph: "Carduus arvensis, Carduus inermis, Serratula" illustrates several thistle species and related field plants, showing their varied leaf shapes and floral structures. This hand-coloured lithograph

0023: Johann Wilhelm Weinmann – Botanical Study of Thistle and Field Plants – Hand-coloured lithographEst.

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Johann Wilhelm Weinmann – Botanical Study of Cress Varieties – Hand-coloured mezzotint (1742): "Nasturtium petraeum, Nasturtium pratense, Nasturtium Sylvestre" illustrates several species of cress and wild mustard plants, displaying their delicate pink and white floral clusters and varied leaf

0024: Johann Wilhelm Weinmann – Botanical Study of Cress Varieties – Hand-coloured mezzotint (1742)Est.

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