Name: Antique Print-SIEGE-OF-CUSCO-INCA-RESISTANCE-PIZARRO-PERU-Goeree-Van der Aa-1707
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Antique Print-SIEGE-OF-CUSCO-INCA-RESISTANCE-PIZARRO-PERU-Goeree-Van der Aa-1707

€125.00

Copperplate engraving published by Pieter van der Aa, depicting the Siege of Cusco (1536-1537), a critical battle between the Incas led by Manco Inca Yupanqui and Spanish forces under Hernando Pizarro. Based on an engraving by Theodor de Bry. A dramatic battle scene showing Spanish conquistadors on horseback engaging in brutal combat with Inca warriors. In the background, Cusco’s fortress and city are visible, with smoke rising from the conflict. The composition highlights the scale of the battle, Spanish military tactics, and Inca resistance.

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Description

Medium: Engraving on hand-laid (verge) paper.

Sheet size: 23 x 18 cm (9.06 x 7.09 inch). Image size: 18 x 13 cm. (7.09 x 5.12 inch).

Condition: good, given age. Slight foxing, some creasing and minor stains along edges. Original vertical fold as issued. Additional vertical fold lines. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.

PIETER VAN DER AA, FRANCISCO PIZARRO, SPANISH COURT, KING CHARLES I, CONQUEST OF PERU, COLONIAL HISTORY, 16TH CENTURY, SPANISH EMPIRE, ENGRAVING, HISTORICAL PRINT | PCO-C50-09

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Naaukeurige Versameling der Gedenk-Waardigste Zee- en Land-Reysen, Leiden, 1707, by Pieter van der Aa. Pieter van der Aa (1659-1733) was a Dutch publisher best known for preparing maps and atlases, though he also printed pirated editions of foreign bestsellers and illustrated volumes. He also printed many maps that were often out of print, which he reissued.

Biography engraver: Jan Goeree (1670-1731) was a Dutch draughtsman, engraver, poet, and author active mainly in Amsterdam. He was the son of Willem Goeree and pupil of Gerard de Lairesse. Known for detailed historical and allegorical prints.

Biography artist: Theodor de Bry (1528-1598) was a Flemish engraver and publisher known for his depictions of the Americas, based on explorers’ accounts.