Antique Print of the City of Paita by Anson '1749'

Reference
BG-11589-33
Date
1749
Category
Engraving
Sheet size
26.5 x 41.5 cm (10.4 x 16.3 in)
Condition
Fair
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 300

Antique print titled 'Incendie de la Ville de Paita (..) - Het verbranden van de Stad Paita (..)'. Original antique print of the Peruvian city of Paita in flames after Anson's squadron ransacked the town for more than 30,000 British pounds worth of gold, silver, and other valuables. The Centurion is identified along with other ships. Several vessels are shown sinking in the bay. This print originates from 'Reize rondsom de Werreld (..)' by George Anson, published 1749.

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