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Auction 121, Lot 112

"Quebec", Anon.

Subject: Canada, Quebec

Period: 1740 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
10.6 x 7 inches
26.9 x 17.8 cm
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An unusual, Italian view of Quebec City from the St. Lawrence with a number of ships in the river and a charming depiction of the buildings and surrounding countryside. The decorative cartouche contains a key to 11 places of note within the city.

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Condition: A+

Velvety impression on a sheet of fine laid paper with folds as issued.

Estimate: $150 - $200

Sold for: $110

Closed on 9/26/2007

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