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Auction 128, Lot 441

"Porto Rico", Montanus, Arnoldus

Subject: Puerto Rico

Period: 1671 (circa)

Publication: De Nieuwe en Onbekende Weereld…

Color: Hand Color

Size:
13.8 x 11 inches
35.1 x 27.9 cm
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Classic early view of San Juan, the capital of Puerto Rico. Galleons and other vessels approach the harbor, which is dominated by its fortress. An elegant ribbon-style cartouche fills the sky.

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Condition: A

A fine impression printed on sturdy paper with good margins. There is a tiny edge tear in the top margin, else it is fine.

Estimate: $350 - $400

Sold for: $550

Closed on 5/20/2009

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