Original aquatint of 1841 on large paper with watercolour and gum arabic highlights.
A very fine colour print.
Fine oxidation on the edge of the sheet and minor foxing.
Very good condition.
Sheet size: 52 x 34 cm.
Size of the engraving: 40.5 x 28 cm.
A perfect representation of the voyage around the world of the Frégate Vénus led by Abel Du Petit Thouars from 1836 to 1839. The scientific contribution was considerable in terms of oceanography, measuring depths of over four thousand metres, with the discovery of plankton, geology, botany and anthropology.
This rare aquatint was directed and engraved by M. Borromée, based on a painting by Mrs A. Alberti.
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