[Compass]
Fine engraved compass rose from the first German edition of Mallet’s Description de l’Univers.
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Description
This detailed depiction of a compass rose was published in 1685 by Allain Manesson Mallet for inclusion in the first German edition of his Description de l’Univers. The top three images show in detail different views of a brass compass, while the lower portion of the sheet is dedicated to providing the names of sixteen different directions and their corresponding winds (in Latin).
Map Details
Publication Date: 1685
Author: Alain Manesson Mallet
Sheet Width (in): 6.60
Sheet Height (in): 7.75
Condition: A-
Condition Description: Toning around the outer edges of the sheet, consistent with age, and a bit of soiling in the left margin that barely enters the plateline. Near fine condition, with attractive hand color.
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