Price: $400.00
SKU: 66782
ARTIST: Matthaus Merian
PUBLISHER: Published in Frankfurt.
MEDIUM: Copper plate engraving,
DATE: c. 1650
EDITION SIZE: Image size 8 1/8 x 12 1/2" (20.5 x 31.6 cm) plus margins
DESCRIPTION: Engraved by Matthaus Merian, this early 17th-century view depicts the capture of Sao Paulo (then referred to as Loando de Sanct Pauo) in Brazil. Merian’s finely detailed engraving combines cartographic precision with a panoramic perspective, showing the fortified town, surrounding coastline, and ships engaged offshore.
ADDITIONAL INFO: This piece is in a 12 x 15 inch archival mylar for handling.
CONDITION: Good condition save for repair along vertical certerfold. Black & white.
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