Lot 2210
1798 Text and Illustrations. Three illustrations, each with a descriptive page of text (one side German, one side French) 7¾ x 9". Original color. pencil ID verso indicates "1798". Minor toning to edges only.
Saturn and its rings. "Vermischte Gegenstände XV / B. III No. 15"
The Moon and its Mountains "Vermischte Gegenst. VI. Biii. No. 1"
Herschel's telescope "Vermischte Gegenst. XII B. Iii No. 6": two small spots in text.
William Herschel's telescope was the largest of its day, enabling the astronmer to view Saturn and discover Uranus. Hershcel's reflecting telescope pictured here was one of the marvels of the age.
Near Fine.
Estimated Value $300 - 400.
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