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Auction 181, Lot 587

"Ansicht von Constantinopel von Galata Aus.", Anon.

Subject: Istanbul, Turkey

Period: 1800 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
16.3 x 5.9 inches
41.4 x 15 cm
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This lovely view shows the peninsula of Constantinople and the Bosphorus from the historical neighborhood of Galata. A pair of gentlemen are depicted in conversation in the foreground at center.

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Condition: A

A dark impression, issued folding and now flattened with professional repairs to several minor fold separations, a short tear at far right, and a small chip and tear at far left.

Estimate: $275 - $350

Sold for: $425

Closed on 2/10/2021

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