Decorative Original Antique Panoramic View of Atjeh on Sumatra, Indonesia, 1756

€ 330

Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)

Date: 1756
Sheet size: 26.3 × 38 cm (10.4 × 15.0 in)
Reference: PCT-49879

What the condition grades mean

Excellent: Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good: Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good: Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair: Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.

Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.

Condition

Very good, given age. Vertical folds, as issued. Some soiling of the margins. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please review the images for further condition details.

About this sheet

Antique print titled 'Achem - Atsjien'.

Decorative panoramic view of Atjeh on Sumatra, Indonesia. On this engraving a pagode like building is visible in the background. In the foreground sailing vessels. This print originates from 'Historische beschryving der reizen, of Nieuwe en volkoome verzameling van nieuwe en volkome verzameling van de allerwaardigste en zeldzaamste Zee- en Land-Togten' by Pieter de Hondt.

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.