Valentijn, Illustration of the Market, Hospital and Orphanage of Ambon, 1726, Print

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Antique print titled 'de passar, of markt van ambon – het oud ziekenhuis of raadhuis – het nieuw ziekenhuis – … Read more Antique print titled 'de passar, of markt van ambon – het oud ziekenhuis of raadhuis – het nieuw ziekenhuis – het armen weeshuis'. Four images on one sheet: the passar (market), the old- and new hospital and the orphanage in ambon, maluku islands, indonesia. This print originates from 'oud en nieuw oost-indiën (\.)' by f. Valentijn. Artists and engravers: françois valentijn / valentyn (1666-1727), was a dutch minister, naturalist and author. He was send by the voc as a missionary and mostly worked at amboina from 1684-1694 and 1705-1713. He traveled extensively in the voc controlled territories and befriended the german naturalist georg eberhard rumpf (rumphius). He probably had access to voc archives and compiled much in this momumental work from others as well. Condition: good, general age-related toning. Original folding line, blank verso. Please study image carefully. Date: 1726 overall size: 38.5 x 33 cm. Image size: 38 x 29.5 cm. Whilst cartography holds a special place in our collection, we also offer thousands of antique prints covering fields of interest as diverse as architecture, natural history, religion, ethnology and many more. Antique prints have long been appreciated for both their aesthetic and investment value. They were the product of engraved, etched or lithographed plates. These plates were handmade out of wood or metal, which required an incredible level of skill, patience and craftsmanship. Whether you have a house with victorian furniture or more contemporary decor an old engraving can enhance your living space. We offer a wide range of authentic antique prints for any budget. See less