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Le Cap de Bonne Esperance, 1727 (engraving)
XJF439203 Le Cap de Bonne Esperance, 1727 (engraving) by Dutch School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Published by Pieter Van Der Aa in Leiden; The image is said to be comme il a ete ci-devant, or as though one was infront of, The Cape of Good Hope; Labelled on the image are the castle, the little fort, Lions Head Mountain, Table Mountain, Wind Mountain and the place where all the boats arrive; At this time the Cape was under the control of the Dutch East India Company; ); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 12881418
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Anchored Cape Town Colony Imperialist Sailing Boats Settlement Table Bay
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Discover the captivating world of history with our Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzles, featuring the exquisite engraving "Le Cap de Bonne Esperance, 1727" from the Dutch School of the 18th century. This intriguing puzzle piece brings to life the image of a sailing ship at the Cape of Good Hope, as it was originally published by Pieter Van Der Aa in Leiden. With meticulously detailed pieces and a rich, historical background, our puzzles offer a unique and engaging experience for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Get ready to embark on an adventure with this beautiful puzzle, and unlock the stories hidden within each piece.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 38x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
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Estimated Product Size is 50.2cm x 38cm (19.8" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving, titled "Le Cap de Bonne Esperance, 1727" takes us on a visual journey to the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa. Created by an anonymous Dutch artist from the 18th century, this print offers a glimpse into the bustling maritime trade and colonial presence at that time. Published by Pieter Van Der Aa in Leiden, this image transports viewers as if they were standing right in front of The Cape of Good Hope. It meticulously labels various landmarks such as the castle, the little fort, Lions Head Mountain, Table Mountain, Wind Mountain, and the place where all boats arrive. These details provide valuable insights into how this region was perceived during its control under the Dutch East India Company. The scene depicted showcases a vibrant harbor filled with anchored sailing boats amidst rough waters. This bustling port served as a hub for commerce and naval activities during that era. The print also highlights several buildings that formed part of the settlement at Cape Town. As we admire this historical artwork from Fine Art Finder's private collection today, it serves as a reminder of South Africa's rich history and its significant role in global trade and exploration centuries ago.
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