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Mr. Joan de Witt, Grand Pensionary of Holland etc. – Portrait of Johan de Witt (24 September 1625 – 20 August 1672), a Dutch statesman and an important political figure in the Republic of the Seven United Netherlands in the mid-17th century until his assassination on 20 August 1672 at the age of 46.
Etching / engraving on handmade (verge) paper. Sheet size: 12 x 20 cm, image size: 10.5 x 17 cm, framed behind glass in a blackened wooden frame for a total size of 20.5 x 13 cm.
From: Jan Wagenaar, Dutch history, I. Tirion, Amsterdam 1749-1759.
Made by J. Houbraken after the original by 'A. Schouman´ in possession of Cornelis de Witt, brother of Johan de Witt, mayor of Dordrecht at the time of printing, who was murdered later on the same day as his brother. Jacob Houbraken (Dordrecht 1698 – Amsterdam 1780) was a well-known Dutch artist, engraver and art collector.
Condition: Generally good, no notable damage or stains found. Minimal age discoloration, minor damage to frame, see photos.
This lot will be carefully packaged and shipped by registered and insured mail.