9949 Jean Piron (Active 1790s) - View of the Isle of Buru from the Roadstead - Copperplate Engraving (Late 18th Century)
This copperplate engraving is a large topographical plate depicting a coastal view of the Isle of Buru in the Indonesian Archipelago. The scene features lush tropical vegetation, including prominent palm trees, traditional native houses, and a wooden bridge over a small river. The print documents South Seas exploration and local architecture.
Jean Piron was a French painter who served as an artist on the D'Entrecasteaux expedition, an 18th-century voyage of discovery that charted coastlines and documented natural history in the South Pacific and Australia. His on-site sketches formed the basis for many published engravings in the subsequent official expedition accounts.
Artist or Maker: Jean Piron (Artist/Source)
Dimensions: Approximately 34 cm x 52 cm
Medium: Copperplate Engraving
Date: Late 18th Century
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
| Värdering | 300 - 500 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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