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Engraving of a Letter Written by the King of Batsjan, Moluccas, Valentijn, 1726

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NOK 2,215.08
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SEK 2,029.31
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About the Item

Antique print titled 'Afschrift van den Brief des Konings van Batsjan in 't Maleyths, met een Arabische letter door Juffr. Cornelia Valenyn'. This print depicts part of a letter written by the King of Batjan, Moluccas. This print originates from 'Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indiën' by F. Valentijn. Artists and Engravers: François Valentijn (1666-1727), a missionary, worked at Amboina from 1684 to 1694 and 1705 to 1713 and travelled extensively in the VOC's lands. Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Few tiny holes, please study image carefully. Date: 1726 Overall size: 40 x 34 cm Image size: 0.001 x 13 x 32 cm We also offer thousands of antique prints covering fields of interest as diverse as architecture, natural history, religion, ethnology and many more. Antique prints have long been appreciated for both their aesthetic and investment value. They were the product of engraved, etched or lithographed plates. These plates were handmade out of wood or metal, which required an incredible level of skill, patience and craftsmanship. Whether you have a house with Victorian furniture or more contemporary decor an old engraving can enhance your living space.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.39 in (34 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1726
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BGRN-01941stDibs: LU3054325699972

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