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Auction 121, Lot 490

"Castra Suedica ad Haffniam", Pufendorf, Samuel, Baron von

Subject: Denmark

Period: 1697 (published)

Publication: Histoire du regne de Charles Gustave, roy de Suede

Color: Black & White

Size:
15 x 11.7 inches
38.1 x 29.7 cm
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A fine plan of the fortifications of Copenhagen in 1658-60 during the Swedish siege of the city. This fine engraving includes a view from outside the fort at bottom. It is further strengthened with a decorative title cartouche and bold border.

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Condition: B+

Margins trimmed but still sufficient for framing. Printer's crease in the lower left.

Estimate: $100 - $150

Sold for: $130

Closed on 9/26/2007

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