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Auction 174, Lot 495

"Draught of the Bay of Bulls Between the Town of Rotta and Fort St. Catherine; Under the Command of His Grace the Duke of Ormond...", Basire, Isaac

Subject: Cadiz, Spain

Period: 1750 (circa)

Publication: Mr. Rapin's History of England

Color: Hand Color

Size:
14.4 x 17.6 inches
36.6 x 44.7 cm
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This battle plan depicts the unsuccessful attack by an Anglo-Dutch fleet on Cadiz in May 1702 during the War of Spanish Succession, commanded by Sir George Rooke. Published in Harrison's edition of Rapin De Thoyras' History Of England.

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Condition: B+

There is a 1/2" tear near the center of the image that has been professionally repaired.

Estimate: $180 - $210

Sold for: $90

Closed on 9/11/2019

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