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Four antique French engravings; Tonga, monuments; two by Danvin and Montant from 'Oceanie ou Cinquieme...' published Paris 1836,

Realised: $45 plus premium

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European explorers on board of a canoe being captured by the native warriors of Tonga Islands / Fortifications of Mafanga - Tonga Islands - engraving by Danvin from Oceanie ou Cinquieme partie du Monde by Gregoire Louis Domeny de Rienzi (1789-1843). Published by Firmin Didot Freres Paris 1837. + 2 others of stone constructions / monuments. All with German sub-titles & mounted. 130 x 215mm

Four antique French engravings; Tonga, monuments; two by Danvin and Montant from 'Oceanie ou Cinquieme...' published Paris 1836, Image 1++