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A Macassar Couple and the Fort Rotterdam in Macassar, Celebes (Indonesia)

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Description: Antique print Indonesia titled 'Casteel Rotterdam op Maccassar - Macassaarsche Man en Vrouw'. Two engravings on one sheet depicting a Macassar Couple and the Fort on Rotterdam Island, Macassar. This print originates from 'Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indiën' by F. Valentijn. Artists and Engravers: François Valentijn (1666-1727), a missionary, worked at Amboina from 1684 to 1694 and 1705 to 1713 and travelled extensively in the VOC's lands.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.39 in (34 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
    1720-1729
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1726
  • Condition:
    Good, general age-related toning. Small worm hole outside image. Please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3054335403872

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