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Auction 120, Lot 702

"De Veertig-Jaarige Reys-Togten der Kinderen Israels Num. XXXIII…", Anon.

Subject: Holy Land

Period: 1700 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
30.3 x 11.5 inches
77 x 29.2 cm
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This is a spectacular panoramic landscape view of the desert where the Children of Israel wandered for forty years. It is shown from a perspective high above the Mediterranean Sea. The view begins with Mt. Pisgah on the left and shows the Dead Sea, Jordan, Mt. Sinai and the Red Sea. The encampments are shown throughout the landscape along the road taken. The view is adorned with a dramatic cartouche and was printed on two joined sheets. Not listed in Laor.

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Condition: A

Velvety impression on a sturdy sheet. The top margin has one short tear, repaired on the verso with archival tape.

Estimate: $275 - $350

Sold for: $1,100

Closed on 7/18/2007

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