An original, antique, copper-engraved print depicting ancient beliefs on the different regions of the air/atmosphere (upper, middle and lower). It was published in Alain Manesson Mallet's 'Description de L'Univers', in Paris in 1683 (1st edition).

It is printed on good quality hand-laid paper with the printed area measuring approximately 98mm x 141mm with good sized margins beyond, French text verso.

Condition report: Very good condition. Light age toning. Slightly rough left edge to the sheet with occasional small nicks where it was originally bound into the source publication. Occasional minor handling / age marks to the margins. French text verso. Please study the photographs carefully to fully appreciate the condition.

Ref: P00941