7295 Johann Ludwig Gottfried (c. 1584–1633) and Theodor de Bry (1561–1623) – West Indies Scene – Engraving (c. 1631)
This historical engraving is from Johann Ludwig Gottfried's Historia antipodum, with illustrations by the de Bry family. The print, titled "In West Indien" (In the West Indies), depicts a scene of confrontation or battle between Europeans and indigenous people, with ships and a fortified settlement in the background. The work is a historical document of European exploration and encounters in the New World.
Johann Ludwig Gottfried was a German author known for his historical writings and travelogues. The de Bry family, particularly Theodor de Bry, were a prominent family of engravers and publishers, famous for their illustrated books documenting voyages and discoveries in the Americas. Their work provides a key visual record of early colonial history.
Artist or Maker: Johann Ludwig Gottfried, Theodor de Bry.
Dimensions: Approximately 32 × 20 cm.
Medium: Engraving.
Date: Circa 1631.
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.
| Värdering | 300 - 400 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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