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Device of the Aldine press, cut from a book. Detailed engraving, depicting the dolphin winding about a hanging anchor, framed by a wreath of foliage and with the word "ALDVS" printed within. Shadows rendered by means of precise hatching. Below is printed "VENETIIS, MDLVIII." (Venice, 1558).


whales
1558-01-02
PERMANENT COLLECTION
Hart Nautical
Aldus
ink; laid paper; mounting
5 1/4 in x 7 in
Italy: Venice