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Antique Print of the City of Paita by Anson '1749'

About the Item

Antique print titled 'Incendie de la Ville de Paita (..) - Het verbranden van de Stad Paita (..)'. Original antique print of the Peruvian city of Paita in flames after Anson's squadron ransacked the town for more than 30,000 British pounds worth of gold, silver, and other valuables. The Centurion is identified along with other ships. Several vessels are shown sinking in the bay. This print originates from 'Reize rondsom de Werreld (..)' by George Anson, published 1749.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.44 in (26.5 cm)Width: 16.34 in (41.5 cm)Depth: 0.02 in (0.5 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1749
  • Condition:
    Age-related toning, original folding lines. Shows some wear and staining, blank verso. Please study images carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-11589-331stDibs: LU3054323138852
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