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Old Drawing or Plan of a Proa of Amsterdam Island, Now Tongatapu, Tonga, 1803

About the Item

Antique print titled 'Tekening, Plan en Doorsnede van eene dubbele Praauw (..)'. Antique print depicting a drawing, plan and cross-section of a proa of Amsterdam Island. Amsterdam Island was discovered by Abel Tasman in 1643 and named as such because of it's abundance of supplies. It is now named Tongatapu, the main island of the Kingdom of Tonga. Originates from 'Reizen Rondom de Waereld door James Cook (..)'. Artists and engravers: Translated by J.D. Pasteur. Published by Honkoop, Allart en Van Cleef.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.24 in (26 cm)Width: 16.54 in (42 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1803
  • Condition:
    Condition: Very good, general age-related toning. Please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-11487-114 1stDibs: LU3054326929982
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