Lot 1003
[Columbus, Christopher]. Engraving titled "Christophe Colomb" with aquatint by Didal after Chaalle, depicting Columbus returning to Spain and being greeted by admirers after his third voyage to the New World. 23¾" x 19", matted to an overall size of 30½" x 26", [France?], c. 1790. No record of artist or engraver, but paper is watermarked 1788 and the engraving style and subject matter are typical of French historical prints at the close of the 18th century. Fine; some surface soiling and a diagonal crease along left side.
Estimated Value $300 - 500.
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