Views of Havana

Lot 38
25.05.2022 17:00UTC -05:00
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ID 752766
Lot 38 | Views of Havana
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$ 15 000 – 25 000
Views of HavanaPhilip Orsbridge, c. 1765ORSBRIDGE, Philip (d.1766). Historical Views of Ye Last Glorious Expedition of his Britannic Majesty’s Ships and Forces against the Havannah … These Views are taken on the spot. [London:] c.1765The British capture of Havana. Complete series of twelve copper engravings of the British capture of Havana. The scene is a direct outcome of the declaration of war with Spain in 1762. A British military force of around 16,000 troops, under the command of Admirals Sir George Pocock and the Honourable Augustus Keppel, was sent to Havana for occupation. They overtook the Spaniards on August 14th after landing July 7th. The Port of Havana was later used by Great Britain for trade. Parker, Naval Battles 73. Oblong broadsheet folio (514 x 774mm). Comprising the engraved title page and 12 engraved plates (title page neatly remargined to same size as other plates, scattered very light foxing, an old center crease faintly visible). Modern half calf over old boards with contemporary red morocco gilt titling-piece to upper cover (very minor wear/stains to boards, f.f.e. creased).
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