Armillary Sphere Earth the Heavens 1766 Brion de la Tour decorative print

Sphere Droite, Sphere Parallele.

(Armillary Sphere, Science, Constellations, Zodiac).

Issued 1766, Paris, by Brion de la Tour.

Fine mid-18th century engraved print of armillary (sky-celestial) spheres. Nicely detailed, well engraved, nice impression from the printing plate.

Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.

Sheet measures c. 11 1/2"H x 15"W.

Engraved area measures c. 10 3/4"H x 11 1/2"W.

Cartographic Reference(s):

Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol.1.

[R20453].