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Auction 157, Lot 125
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"[Lot of 2] A View of the Taking of Quebeck by the English Forces Commanded by Genl. Wolfe Sep: 13th. 1759 [and] A View of Quebec from the Bason"

Subject: Quebec City, Canada

Period: 1760 (circa)

Publication: London Magazine

Color: Black & White

Size:
9.9 x 6.8 inches
25.1 x 17.3 cm
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These views depict Quebec during the French and Indian War. The first depicts the Battle of Quebec, a pivotal battle between the British and French that began on September 13, 1759. The British succeeded in capturing Quebec City and eventually driving the French out of most of eastern North America. The second engraving shows a British ship in the St. Lawrence River with a view of Quebec in the background. The view is based on an original engraving by Hervey Smyth, circa 1760. The engraver's initials "F.P." appear at bottom right.

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Condition: B+

Issued folding, with a couple of mis-folds, light toning, and one small spot in the first view.

Estimate: $100 - $130

Sold for: $240

Closed on 5/4/2016

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