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LOT 953

Lot 953

Three Flemish Topographical City Maps: Flanders, Oudenaarde and Namur, 17th and 18th centuries

Three Flemish Topographical City Maps: Flanders, Oudenaarde and Namur, 17th and 18th centuries
Lot 953 Details
Three Flemish Topographical City Maps: Flanders, Oudenaarde and Namur, 17th and 18th centuries

each a copper plate engraving, framed, comprising:

Isaac Basire (British, 1704-1768)
DUNKIRK, A STRONG SEAPORT TOWN, London, 1744-47

Isaac Basire (British, 1704-1768)
NAMUR, A VERY STRONG CITY IN THE LOW COUNTRIES, London, 1744-47

Johannes (Joan) Blaeu (Dutch, 1596-1673)
ALDENARDA vulgo AUDENAERDE (Oudenaarde), Amsterdam, after 1649
largest frame 23.2 x 25.6 in — 59 x 65 cm; largest sight 15 x 18.75 in — 38.1 x 47.6 cm

Estimate $100-$150

Realised: $132
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Three Flemish Topographical City Maps: Flanders, Oudenaarde and Namur, 17th and 18th centuries
  • Three Flemish Topographical City Maps: Flanders, Oudenaarde and Namur, 17th and 18th centuries
  • Three Flemish Topographical City Maps: Flanders, Oudenaarde and Namur, 17th and 18th centuries

CONDITION DETAILS

Not examined out of the frames. Dunkirk: Significant hole and stain. Namur: smaller hold and stain. Oudenarrde: Apparently in good condition.

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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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