103 Lucas Vorsterman II (1624–1675) - Antique Hand-coloured Engraving - View of Oran in the Bay of Marza Quivir, Algeria (1682)

This hand-coloured print originates from a rare edition of: 'Korte beschryvinghe, ende aenwysinghe der plaetsen in desen boeck ...' (or other ed. French ed. titled: 'Briefve Description, et Demonstration Des Places Et Villes Continuees En Ce Livre.'), by Gaspar Bouttats, published by Jacques Peeters in Antwerp, ca 1685. This etching is part of a collection of a varying amount of prints relating to the Great Turkish war (1667-1683), published in various languages. Rare. State: Third state of 3. Ref: Hollstein 70.

Made by 'Lucas Vorsterman II' after 'Jan Peeters I'. Lucas Vorsterman II / the younger (1624-c.1670) was a Flemish engraver, son of Lucas Vorsterman I. He was active in Antwerp and worked after Rubens and others. Ioan / Jan Peeters I (1624-1677) was a Flemish Baroque painter who specialised in seascapes and shipwrecks known as Zeekens (small seascapes). Brother of Jacob Peeters.

Artist or Maker:

Lucas Vorsterman

Dimensions:

17 cm x 29 cm

Medium:

Etching

Date:

1682

Condition Report:

This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.