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Auction 99, Lot 467

"Kuching", Meurs, Jacob van

Subject: Malaysia

Period: 1665 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
12.3 x 7.5 inches
31.2 x 19.1 cm
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A fine early engraving of the present-day capital of the Sarawak province on the island of Borneo. It shows ships and boats and the riverfront marketplace.

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Condition: A

Estimate: $150 - $180

Sold for: $130

Closed on 6/12/2002

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