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Poster Print : View of Ambon, c.1617. Creator: Anon
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View of Ambon, c.1617. Creator: Anon
View of Ambon, c.1617. Other Title(s): Bird's-eye View of Ambon, with a Portrait of Frederik Houtman (1571-1627) in a Cartouche
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1610s Aerial View Birds Eye View Dutch East Indies Fine Art Governor Historical Person Merchant Merchant Seaman
20x30 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Print featuring a captivating view of Ambon, c.1617. This vintage image, sourced from Heritage Images, offers a glimpse into the past with its intricate depiction of the harbor and surrounding landscape. The cartouche showcases a portrait of Frederik Houtman, adding an intriguing historical touch. Bring the rich history of Ambon into your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This 17th-century oil painting, titled "View of Ambon" or "Bird's-eye View of Ambon, with a Portrait of Frederik Houtman," is an anonymous masterpiece that offers a unique perspective of Ambon Island in the Dutch East Indies (now Maluku, Indonesia). The painting, estimated to have been created in the 1610s, is a bird's-eye view that showcases the island's natural beauty, with its crystal-clear waters, lush greenery, and a bustling harbor teeming with ships. At the lower right corner of the painting, we find a portrait of Frederik Houtman (1571-1627), a prominent Dutch figure who served as the Governor of the Dutch East Indies from 1613 to 1618. Houtman's portrait is framed within a decorative cartouche, which adds an intriguing historical dimension to the artwork. The painting's vibrant colors and meticulous details reveal the skillful hand of the unknown artist. The use of oil on canvas technique allows for a rich and textured representation of the scene, capturing the essence of the Dutch East Indies during the 17th century. This painting is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Netherlands and the Dutch East Indies, showcasing the interconnectedness of trade, exploration, and governance during this period. The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is the proud owner of this exquisite artwork, which continues to fascinate art lovers and historians alike.
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