Antique Print of Fortresses at Commendo in Africa, 1746

About the Item

Antique print titled 'Vüe Sud des Forts Anglois et Hollandois de Commendo., tirée de Smith. 1. Fort Anglois. 2. Fort de Uredenbourgh'. Copper engraving of the Dutch and English fortresses at Commendo, Africa. This print originates from 'Histoire générale des voyages, ou nouvelle collection de toutes les relations de voyages par mer et par terre' by Abbé Prévost. Artists and Engravers: The original volumes of 'Histoire Géneral des Voyages' were written by Antoine François Prévost d'Exiles, a French author, novelist, theologian, natural historian, and a priest of the Jesuit and Benedictine orders, but continued by numerous other authors after Prévost's death. Engraved by Chedel. Pierre Quentin Chedel (1705-1763) was a French etcher and engraver. Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Few repairs, please study image carefully. Date: 1746 Overall size: 36 x 25 cm. Image size: 26 x 19 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: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 14.18 in (36 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)

Materials and Techniques:

Paper

Period:

18th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1746

Condition:

Repaired: Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Few repairs, please study image carefully. Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Few repairs, please study image carefully.

Seller Location:

Langweer, NL

Reference Number:

Seller: BGJC-2851stDibs: LU3054329585812

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