7355 Abbé Antoine François Prévost – Mountains and Straits of Sang Wan Hab – Engravin
This detailed engraving is a topographical view of a dramatic landscape titled "Mountains and Straits of Sang Wan Hab." The illustration, from Abbé Prévost’s Histoire générale des voyages, shows a body of water winding through a series of steep, rocky cliffs and mountains. The scene is enlivened by several small boats on the water and a flock of birds overhead, providing a sense of scale and life. This print is a testament to the era's fascination with the exotic and varied topographies encountered during global exploration.
Abbé Antoine François Prévost was a French novelist and historian, best known for his novel Manon Lescaut. His most ambitious work was the monumental Histoire générale des voyages, which compiled and edited reports from global explorations. The work was highly influential, serving as a comprehensive source of information on geography, ethnography, and natural history for a wide European audience.
Artist or Maker: Abbé Antoine François Prévost
Dimensions: Approximately 25 x 18 cm
Medium: Engraving
Date: c. 1750
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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