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Auction 139, Lot 443

"Groeninghen", Bertius, Petrus

Subject: Groningen, Netherlands

Period: 1612 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
7.5 x 6 inches
19.1 x 15.2 cm
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Charming, reduced-size view is based on Braun and Hogenberg's Groeninga of 1598. The view shows the capital city of the province of Groningen surrounded by walls, towers and a moat. The Aakerk (left) and the tower of Martinikerk (right) both stands tall above the city. Latin text on verso.

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Condition: A

Marginal toning and a few faint spots in blank margins.

Estimate: $190 - $220

Unsold

Closed on 2/15/2012

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