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HISTORY & LITERATURE 13 MARCH 2016
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A pair of 17th century celestial charts by Peter Schenk and Gereld Valk.
Handcoloured engraved charts of the zodiac and the heavens, bordered by figures of scientists and astrono-
mers, circa 1661 both signed in the plate. framed and glazed
19 x 25in. (48.26 x 63½cm)
Estimate €300-€350 £234-£273
Large Image & Place Bid Lot 98
Persian Style illustrated manuscripts.
Three decorated folios (framed). An early 20th century depiction of figures wrestling based on 16th centu-
ry Mogul / Iranian art, with additions of an earlier manuscript in the margins; a 17th century depiction of
figures and horses, with 19th century additions; and a poetry text with columns and text suggesting a Persian
poetry text, possibly dating to the 17th century with later additions. An exotic and decorative set. (3) Average
size
11 x 8in. (27.94 x 20.32cm)
Estimate €500-€700 £390-£546
Large Image & Place Bid Lot 8