Lot Essay
The arms are those of Noël Danycan de l'Espine (St Malo 1658 - Paris 1734), explorer, director of the Southern Seas Company. In the early 18th century, he was one of the richest French ship owners. He was appointed 'Chevalier de l'Ordre de Saint Michel' in 1706.
Our thanks to Antoine Lebel for the identification. A further discussion can be found in his forthcoming book to be published in 2008.
Our thanks to Antoine Lebel for the identification. A further discussion can be found in his forthcoming book to be published in 2008.