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Auction 179, Lot 353

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"Marina et Autres Femmes, Donnees a Cortez / Marina en Andere Vrouwen, aan Cortez Gegeeven", Van Schley, J.

Subject: Mexico, Indigenous People

Period: 1754 (circa)

Publication: Allgemeine Historie der Reisen von Prevost d'Exiles

Color: Black & White

Size:
10.8 x 7.3 inches
27.4 x 18.5 cm
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This engraving depicts Hernan Cortez and his soldiers receiving the "gift" of indigenous women in Mexico.

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Condition: A+

A sharp impression on a bright sheet, issued folding.

Estimate: $60 - $75

Sold for: $55

Closed on 9/16/2020

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