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Auction 119, Lot 411

"Urbs Domingo in Hispaniola", Montanus, Arnoldus

Subject: Hispaniola

Period: 1671 (published)

Publication: Die Nieuwe en Onbekende Wereld

Color: Black & White

Size:
13.8 x 11 inches
35.1 x 27.9 cm
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A dramatic bird's-eye view of old Santo Domingo with its cathedral, the Ozama fortress and other monuments clearly identifiable. Numerous ships, both European and native sail in the harbor and river.

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Condition: A

Exquisite impression on a sheet with narrow margins as published. Some nearly invisible, professional reinforcement of the centerfold, else fine.

Estimate: $150 - $200

Sold for: $160

Closed on 5/9/2007

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