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Antique Portrait of a Dutch Officer Named Jan Van Swieten 1874

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Antique portrait titled 'Luitenant Generaal J. van Swieten. Civiel regeerings commissaris en opperbevelhebber der Militaire Operatien tegen Atchin'. Antique portrait of Jan van Swieten. Van Swieten started his career in 1821 as an volunteer and started as a cadet in 1822, in 1824 became a second Lieutenant. Jan van Swieten played an important role as an officer in the Dutch East Indies and led expeditions in Java. Returned to the Netherlands in 1862, and was politically active for some time. In 1873 he was appointed commander of an expedition to Java. He recaptured The Kraton. In 1874 he received the Grand Cross of the Military Order of William. Originates from 'De Oorlog tusschen Nederland en Atchin' by G.L. Klepper. Artists and Engravers: Published by 's Hage Wed. E. Spanier & Zn. Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Some foxing, please study image carefully. Date: 1874 Overall size: 23 x 31 cm. Image size: 18 x 22 cm. We sell original antique maps to collectors, historians, educators and interior decorators all over the world. Our collection includes a wide range of authentic antique maps from the 16th to the 20th centuries. Buying and collecting antique maps is a tradition that goes back hundreds of years. Antique maps have proved a richly rewarding investment over the past decade, thanks to a growing appreciation of their unique historical appeal. Today the decorative qualities of antique maps are widely recognized by interior designers who appreciate their beauty and design flexibility. Depending on the individual map, presentation, and context, a rare or antique map can be modern, traditional, abstract, figurative, serious or whimsical. We offer a wide range of authentic antique maps for any budget.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.21 in (31 cm)Width: 9.06 in (23 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1874
  • Condition:
    Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Some foxing, please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-11410'1stDibs: LU3054329259042

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