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Auction 130, Lot 823

"Ordnung der See-Floot...in welcher begleitung S. K. H. der Printz von Uranien von Hellevoet - sluys nach Engelland abgeseegelt", Merian, Matthaus

Subject: Military, Ships

Period: 1700 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
15 x 10.3 inches
38.1 x 26.2 cm
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This fine engraving is an illustration of the fleet that William III of Orange assembled for his invasion of Britain in 1688. The coast of England is scene in the background.

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Condition: A

There is some minor weakness in the paper at the watermark, else fine.

Estimate: $200 - $250

Sold for: $150

Closed on 12/2/2009

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