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Eroberung der Statt Loando de Sanct Pauo in Brasilia.

  • 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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  • CATEGORIES: Maps