Antique Print of the Frisian Nobleman Galama by Tirion, 1749

Reference
BG-11893
Date
1749
Category
Engraving
Sheet size
22.5 x 26.0 cm (8.9 x 10.2 in)
Condition
Good
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 110

Antique print titled 'De Friesche edelman Galama verdedigt zijn Regt tegen Graave Floris den II met het zwaard'. Old print of the Frisian nobleman Galama defends his right against Count Floris II in the year 1112. This print originates from 'Vaderlandsche Historie vervattende de Geschiedenissen der nu Vereenigde Nederlanden, inzonderheid die van Holland' by Jan Wagenaar.

Artists and Engravers: Engraved by J. Folkema. Published by I. Tirion.

Condition: Good, general age-related toning and minor wear. Original folding lines, blank verso. Please study image carefully. Date: 1749 Overall size: 26 x 22.5 cm. Image size: 19.5 x 15 cm.

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