Representation et description du soulevement des IV Princes du Mogol contre l'Empereur leur pere...
Et du Combat dans lequel Aureng-Zeb demeura vainqueur dese trois Freres & se fit ensuite proclamer Empereur.
(Amsterdam). ( 1728). Stock ID #177175 Fine, highly detailed engraving prepared for the elaborate multi volume work "Atlas Historique" by (amongst others), cartographer Henri Chatelain (1648-1743), depicting a war of succession between the four Mughal princes, sons of Shah Jahan. His third son, Aurangzeb (c. 1618-1707) was victorious. Under his rule the Mughal Empire reached its fullest extent, covering almost all of South Asia. When referring to this item please quote stockid 177175.
Engraving on watermarked laid paper, 37.1 x 42.6 cm, 44.1 x 49.7 cm (sheet) central fold, edge toning, the two upper corners strengthened with tape on the verso, a very good dark impression.
Price: $550.00 AU