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Auction 118, Lot 515

"Le Pic de Teneriffe - De Pick-Bergh op het Eilant Teneriffa", Aa, Pieter van der

Subject: Atlantic, Canary Islands

Period: 1729 (published)

Publication: La Galerie Agreable du Monde…

Color: Hand Color

Size:
12.5 x 9.5 inches
31.8 x 24.1 cm
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This fanciful view of Mount Teide on the island of Tenerife was originated by Montanus. At 3717 meters above sea level, it is the highest mountain in the Atlantic, and the third largest volcano on earth. It was an important landmark for sailors. This view is very rare as there were only 100 copies of La Galerie Agreable du Monde printed.

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Condition: A

Nice impression with wide original margins. Light toning and minor edge tears in blank margins.

Estimate: $300 - $350

Sold for: $160

Closed on 3/6/2007

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