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Profile of Amsterdam's port area to the stronghold Leeuwenburg (also called Blue Head). Made by Hendrik de Leth, published by Johannes Covens and Cornelis Mortier. The IJ full of ships. The central one, "Fisherman," bears a shield with the monogram "HL" (Hendrik Leth) and insignia of the East India Company. The title ribbon is supported by putti, which also bear a caduceus, a purse, and carry a crowned city seal and arms. Legend in Dutch and French at bottom.


ports and harbors
1730-01-02
PERMANENT COLLECTION
Hart Nautical
Leth, Hendrik de, II; Covens, Joannes; Mortier, Cornelis
ink; paper; mounted on cloth
25 in x 38 in
Netherlands