Antique Portrait Print-Engraving-DUKE OF ALVA-ALVAREZ DE TOLEDO-De Groot-1681
Sold by ThePrintsCollector, Zeeland, Netherlands
AbeBooks Seller since April 3, 2017
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Add to basketSold by ThePrintsCollector, Zeeland, Netherlands
AbeBooks Seller since April 3, 2017
Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketTitle: 'Ferdinand Alvarez van Toledo. Hartogh van Alva.' (Fernando à lvarez de Toledo, 3rd Duke of Alba). Toledo was a Spanish general and governor of the Spanish Netherlands (1567-1573), nicknamed "the Iron Duke" in the Low Countries because of his harsh and cruel rule there and his role in the execution of his political opponents and the massacre of several cities. Original etching and engraving combination on a verge type hand laid paper. 100% original and authentic. Description: This attractive original old antique print / plate originates from the book: 'Hugo de Groots Nederlandtsche Jaerboeken.', published in 1681. These portraits are also to be found in othert sources and editions : P.C. Hooft, Bor, or Jean Le Clerc. Published between 1670 and 1730.Artists and Engravers: Hugo Grotius (1583- 1645), also known as Huig de Groot, Hugo Grocio or Hugo de Groot, was a jurist in the Dutch Republic. With Francisco de Vitoria and Alberico Gentili he laid the foundations for international law, based on natural law. He was also a philosopher, theologian, Christian apologist, playwright, and poet. Condition: Excellent. General age related toning and occasional light staining from handling as visible on scans. Paper edges a bit frayed from handling. Storage location: A307-12 The overall size is ca. 9.3 x 15.2 inch. The image size is ca. 6.9 x 10.2 inch. The overall size is ca. 23.5 x 38.5 cm. The image size is ca. 17.5 x 26 cm.
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