123. Postcard "Orșova", illustrating also the Ada Kaleh island, by Gabriel Bodenehr, ca. 1720

Starting price

EUR 100

Sold

EUR 300

Session

Thu, 23 March 2023 19:00

In 1704, in Augsburg, German cartographer (1664-1758) published the first edition of his "Atlas", which was re-edited in several editions. He is part of a distinguished family of engravers and cartographers, which was active throughout three generations. The current piece, printed around 1720, offers un an image of Orșova and the Ada Kaleh island. Engraving on copper, manually coloured after imprinting.

Dimensions

custom 31.5 x 19.5 cm

Description

copper engraving, laid paper, hand coloured

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