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Auction 120, Lot 748
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"[Bantam]", Anon.

Subject: East Indies - Indonesia

Period: 1690 (circa)

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Color: Hand Color

Size:
14.3 x 9 inches
36.3 x 22.9 cm
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An uncommon view of a sea battle raging in the seas off of Bantam, on the island of Java. The Sunda Strait is shown in the background. This is an illustration of the attack on the Portuguese fleet in 1601, which resulted in the victory of Dutch Admiral Wolfert Harmensz over the Portuguese; thus opening up the lucrative spice trade. Published by Gregorio Letie.

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Condition: B+

Slightly uneven impression. Still attractive and sound.

Estimate: $350 - $400

Sold for: $250

Closed on 7/18/2007

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