This lot includes two lovely views of Madrid, the first of which is a Vue d'Optique and therefore a mirror image of the other. The lively scenes depict the city from across the Manzanares River, with numerous people in the foreground.

A. A General View of the City Madrid the Capital of the Kingdom of Spain, by Anon., dated 1760 (14.5 x 8.2"). Condition: Watermarked paper with attractive color and minor soiling. (B+)

B. A General View of the City of Madrid the Capital of the Kingdom of Spain, by Robert Sayer, dated 1752 (15.2 x 8.8"). Condition: Watermarked paper with minor soiling, some light spots, and a tiny tear in image towards bottom that has been closed on verso with archival tape. (B)

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