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Antique Hand-Colored Optica Print of Bastion Gelderland, The Netherlands, c.1770

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Antique print titled 'Prospect von der Bastion Gelderland ausserhalb der Stadt Batavia, wie solche nach der Natur gege die aussern portugiesischen Kirche und dem blauen Berg zu, gezeichnet worden von Iohann Wolffgang Heyd / Vue de la bastion de gelderland hors de la ville Batavie, desine vers de l'Eglise portugoise et du Montagne bleu par Jean Wolfgang Heyd.' View of the Portuguese non-denominational church and environs as seen from Bastion Gelderland near Batavia, Indonesia. This is an optical print, also called 'vue optique' or 'vue d'optique', which were made to be viewed through a Zograscope, or other devices of convex lens and mirrors, all of which produced an optical illusion of depth. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Francois Xavier Habermann (1721-1796), German engraver. Published at: Negoce comun de l'Academie Imperiale d'Empire des Arts libereaux. Condition: Fair, original/contemporary hand coloring. Partly frayed/ torn in outer blank margins, occ. sl. foxed/ browned. Shows wear and creasing, blank verso. Please study image carefully. Date: c.1770 Overall size: 50 x 39.5 cm. Image size: 40 x 24 cm. Antique prints have long been appreciated for both their aesthetic and investment value. They were the product of engraved, etched or lithographed plates. These plates were handmade out of wood or metal, which required an incredible level of skill, patience and craftsmanship. Whether you have a house with Victorian furniture or more contemporary decor an old engraving can enhance your living space. We offer a wide range of authentic antique prints for any budget.

Dimensions:

Height: 15.56 in (39.5 cm)Width: 19.69 in (50 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)

Materials and Techniques:

Paper

Period:

18th Century

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1770

Condition:

Condition: Fair, original/contemporary hand coloring. Partly frayed/ torn in outer blank margins, occ. sl. foxed/ browned. Shows wear and creasing, blank verso. Please study image carefully.

Seller Location:

Langweer, NL

Reference Number:

Seller: BG-127771stDibs: LU3054329641482

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