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Auction 199, Lot 550

"Vorstellung der Bataille bey Parma... / Battaglia Seguita a Parma... [on sheet with] Prospect des Koniglichen Lust-Schlosses Colorno... / Prospetto del Delizioso Palazzo Reggio di Colorno...", Homann Heirs

Subject: Parma, Italy

Period: 1740 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
17.3 x 21.3 inches
43.9 x 54.1 cm
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This sheet depicts the Battle of Parma, also known as the Battle of San Pietro, on June 29, 1734 as part of the War of Polish Succession. The battle was waged between French and Sardinian troops on one side and Habsburg Austrian troops on the other. The bottom half of the sheet illustrates the battle of the Ducal Palace of Colorno on June 4, 1734, a precursor to the Battle of Parma. Lettered keys identify the various locations and movements of the troops. The titles and text are given in both German and Italian. A handsome and uncommon sheet.

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Condition: A

Excellent impression with full contemporary color on a bright sheet with a coat of arms watermark and a tear that just touches the neatline at left and has been closed on verso with old paper.

Estimate: $275 - $350

Sold for: $160

Closed on 9/11/2024

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