Africa · 18th century
€ 165
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
Antique print titled 'Jardin de la Compagnie au Cap de Bonne Esperance, Compagnies Tuyn aan de Kaap de Goede Hoop'. This print depicts the Gardens at Cape of Good Hope (VOC). This print originates from 'Historische beschryving der reizen (..)' by P. de Hondt, 1756. Artists and Engravers: Jakob van der Schley (Amsterdam 1715-1779) was a Dutch draughtsman and engraver. He studied under Bernard Picart and became heavily influenced by his style.
Artist: Jakob van der Schley (Amsterdam 1715-1779) was a Dutch draughtsman and engraver. He studied under Bernard Picart and became heavily influenced by his style.
Condition: Good, general age-related toning and some creasing of the paper. Please study image carefully.
Date: 1756
Overall size: 36 x 25 cm.
Image size: 0.001 x 29 x 20.5 cm.
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