Pierre Aveline, Antique Hand-Colored Engraving Cadiz Map:
Rarely offered antique hand-colored engraving featuring the map of the Spanish city and harbor of Cadis (Cadiz) by 18th century French engraver Pierre Aveline. Includes original numbers on the map for reference, including the Inquisition building. Published by Daumont, Paris. Written in graphite on lower part: Imagerie Populaire du 18eme Siecle, Rare Vue Gravee en 1750. Cadix, Espagne. Housed in a gilded frame. Sticker on verso: Thomas Co. Picture Framing, Washington D.C. Sight size: 21.25″L x 14.25″H. Frame dimensions: 23″L x 16″H x 1″W. Artwork can be unframed and rolled for shipment.
Artist: Pierre Alexandre Aveline (French 1656-1722)
Issued: c. 1750
Dimensions: See Description
Country of Origin: France
Condition
Age related wear. Browning on lower edges. Tear on external edge on upper right.