FRENCH SCHOOL (French, 19th century). Napoleon's expedition to Egypt, Ten black and white archaeological prints on paper . Estimate $400-500
Result of collaboration of prominent scholars, scientists, cartographers, topographers, artists and technicians; accompanied Napoleon''s army during expedition to Egypt in 1798; goal was to methodically collect information in areas as widely varied as architecture, geography, botany and the humanities. Published in 23 volumes from 1809 to 1828 and includes over 900 plates.
