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View of Turkish siege of Tunis, 1575
View of Turkish siege of Tunis, 1575
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Author: Braun & Hogenberg
Title: Tunes Urbs - Tunetis Urbis, ac Novae eius Arcis, et Guletae, quae Philippo Hispan Regi Parent...
Place Published: Cologne
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Date Published: 1575
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Copper-engraved bird's-eye view, hand-colored (later?).32.2x41.3 cm (12½x16¼").



View of the city of Tunis illustrating the Turkish siege of 1574. The city, which had been occupied by the Spanish since 1535, is protected by two forts and an inner harbor labeled Stagnum. The Turkish fleet of oared ships fills the outer harbor and skirmishes are depicted throughout the view. This view provided its European audience with a contemporary view of this important event. Latin text on verso.

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A bit of darkening along centerfold; very good or better.
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View of Turkish siege of Tunis, 1575

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