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Description: This original old antique print originates from a 1727 edition of: 'De Helden Goden des Ouwden Verbonds ... Gerijmt door J. V. Vondelen.', first published in 1620. This book describes the Gods of the Old Testament in prints and poetry / verse. This edition was published by Gysbert de Groot (heirs), Amsterdam. 1727.
Artists and Engravers: The author and poet of this work is Joost van den Vondel (1587-1679). He was a Dutch writer and playwright. He is considered the most prominent Dutch poet and playwright of the 17th century. The engraving are engraved by Johan / Jan Sadeler after Crispijn van den Broek.
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Subject: The biblical figure Josua or Joshua, according to the Hebrew Bible, became the leader of the Israelite tribes after the death of Moses.
Condition: Fine. General age related toning and occasional light staining from handling as visible on image.
Size (in cm): The overall size is ca. 15.5 x 19.5 cm. The image size is ca. 7.5 x 11 cm.
Size (in inch): The overall size is ca. 6.1 x 7.7 inch. The image size is ca. 3 x 4.3 inch.
Medium: Etching and engraving on verge type hand laid paper.
Location: C173-06
SKU: TPC 10827.1
Section: VONDEL-SADELER-1727
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