SULLY, Alfred (American, 1820-1879). Deer. 19th c. 8_28_24 Provenance: with the ownership inscription

Provenance: with the ownership inscription of

Melchior Tavernier was from a large family of publishers working in Paris during the early years of the seventeenth century

This seemed to help smooth relations during the often tense treaty negotiations

This map holds substantial historical importance as it is part of the earliest collection of maps that sought to present a comprehensive view of the known world during the Age of Exploration

Fine’s highly detailed woodcut map is surrounded by floral embellishments

SULLY, Alfred (American, 1820-1879). Deer. 19th c. 8_28_24 Provenance: with the ownership inscriptionSULLY, Alfred (American, 1820 1879)Untitled (Deer)Oil on canvasMid 19th century13 1 2 x 19 visible; 19 1 2 x 24 3 4 framed Sully was a military officer during the American Civil War and during the Indian Wars on the frontier. He was also a noted painter.