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Auction 95, Lot 294

"Jerusalem en syn Tempel", Hooghe, Romain de

Subject: Holy Land - Jerusalem

Period: 1736 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
18.2 x 14 inches
46.2 x 35.6 cm
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An uncommon, panoramic city view depicting the layout of the city surrounding the temple and filled with people, soldiers, livestock and what appears to be a scene of the abduction of Jesus by the Romans. Panels at sides name the important buildings and include two full length portraits of a high priest and King Solomon. Across the bottom are large engravings of the Vessels of the Temple.

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Condition: A

Minor show through of Dutch text on verso.

Estimate: $600 - $700

Sold for: $400

Closed on 6/13/2001

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