Lot 2169
Planetary Motion Chart Dopplemajero. exhibent, pro exemplo ad annum Christi Praecipue 1712 et 1713. 1742. Nürnberg. Printed with Homann, from the Atlas Coelestis. 23 x 19".
Beautiful original color. One old paper repair verso bottom margin (invisible); one small modern paper repair at center fold; small worm holes bilaterally at top margin; very minor foxing to margins. binder's stub removed, some browned adhesive residue shows through lightly; right edge unevenly trimmed. Generally very good condition, a nice piece in spite of the flaws.
Cherubs swing throught the clouds on this beautiful chart illustrating Tycho Brahe's model of the movement of the three inferior planets.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000.
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