Antique Print-VOC SHIP-WOOD-SEA WORMS-PERFORATION-Martinet-1779

Original copperplate engraving on a verge type hand laid paper. Authenticity guaranteed. on paper.

Size in cm: The overall size is ca. 12.5 x 22 cm. The image size is ca. 10.5 x 16.5 cm. Size in inch: The overall size is ca. 4.9 x 8.7 inch. The image size is ca. 4.1 x 6.5 inch.

Plate : ‘This plate shows a piece of wood from a VOC ship perforated by sea worms. This old antique engraved copperplate print originates from ‘Katechismus der Natuur’ published in 1779 in amsterdam by J. Allart. This popular work was used in schools in The Netherlands until the 20th century. This plate by J. van Hasselt.Artists and Engravers: Johannes Florentius Martinet (1729 – 1795), Dutch historian, writer, theologian.

Condition: Excellent. General age related toning.

Keywords: ANTIQUE PRINT-VOC SHIP-WOOD-SEA WORMS-PERFORATION-MARTINET

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