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Solor Island View, Indonesian Harbor Engraving, French Voyage Plate c.1700 : This engraved view depicts the island of Solor in … Read more Solor Island View, Indonesian Harbor Engraving, French Voyage Plate c.1700 : This engraved view depicts the island of Solor in present-day eastern Indonesia, shown as a sheltered harbor with European sailing vessels anchored offshore and a fortified settlement set against a mountainous coastline. The scene was produced for a French voyage or geographic publication of the late 17th to early 18th century and reflects early European exploration and navigation in the East Indies. The composition is both descriptive and decorative. Ships are shown maneuvering within the bay, while coastal fortifications and settlements are carefully rendered to convey strategic importance. Lettered references identify key features, including the entrance between rocky headlands, the anchorage, and the fort positioned on elevated ground. Figures in European dress appear in the foreground, reinforcing the colonial and exploratory context of the image. Engraved coastal views such as this served practical, documentary, and visual purposes. They provided readers with geographic understanding while also appealing to curiosity about distant lands. Today, these prints are valued for their strong graphic presence and their connection to early maritime history in Southeast Asia. The engraving is printed on period paper and shows signs of age and use, consistent with working material from early travel publications. While not a pristine collector’s copy, it remains visually strong and highly suitable for decorative framing. Condition Report: Early engraving on paper. Overall age toning and surface wear. Light staining and handling marks visible. Margins uneven with minor edge wear. Image remains clear and legible. Condition reflected in price. Framing Tips: A floated mount or generous mat is recommended to accommodate the uneven edges and emphasize the engraving’s age. Dark wood or black frames pair well with the maritime subject and linear engraving style. Technique: Copper engraving Maker: French school, from a voyage or geographic publication, late 17th–early 18th century See less
- Dimensions
- 8.27ʺW × 5.91ʺH
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Condition
- Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Overall age toning … moreVery Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Overall age toning and surface wear, Light staining and handling marks visible, Margins uneven with minor edge wear less
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