Maps and exploration ephemera reached high altitudes at PBA

‘Brasiliae qua parte paret Belgis,’ 1657 oversized map of Brazil, $181,250
‘Brasiliae qua parte paret Belgis,’ 1657 oversized map of Brazil, $181,250
‘Brasiliae qua parte paret Belgis,’ 1657 oversized map of Brazil, $181,250

BERKELEY, Calif. – PBA Galleries‘ Platinum Sale 754, held on February 10, was a solidly successful auction, with exceptionally competitive bidding throughout.

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1847 color-printed ‘Elements of Euclid’ featured at PBA’s Galleries, Feb. 10

The First Six Books of the Elements of Euclid, with diagrams in color, est. $20,000-$30,000
The First Six Books of the Elements of Euclid, with diagrams in color, est. $20,000-$30,000
The First Six Books of the Elements of Euclid, with diagrams in color, est. $20,000-$30,000

BERKELEY, Calif. – PBA Galleries announced a PBA Platinum Sale to take place on Thursday, February 10. The sale consists of 113 lots of printed books dating from the 16th to 21st centuries representing landmarks of science, literature, and history; stunning maps of the various regions of the world; original artwork; photographic views; and manuscripts. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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