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Auction 120, Lot 409

"De Stadt St. Martin", Montanus/Ogilby

Subject: St. Martin

Period: 1671 (circa)

Publication: De Nieuwe en Onbekende Wereld

Color: Black & White

Size:
14 x 11 inches
35.6 x 27.9 cm
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This dramatic battle view depicts Admiral Martyn Thytzoon's 16-ship Dutch West India fleet attacking the Spanish-held Philipsburg, St. Martin in 1629. Beautifully engraved on copper.

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Condition: A

Image is fine with just a little creasing at centerfold. Very wide, original margins with a little soiling or toning.

Estimate: $220 - $275

Sold for: $150

Closed on 7/18/2007

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