Braun and Hogenberg
1598

Caletum

Caletum siue Calesium, vulgo Cales, janua, frenum, et clavis Gallice. Anno MDXCVII Mense Aprili, in Philippi Hispaniarum Regis potes tatem devenit

DESCRIPTION: A decorative antique view / plan of Callais, France by Braun and Hogenberg. The engraving records a brief moment in history 1596 - 1598 during which Callais was taken from the French and occupied by Spain. This was a tumultuous time, less than a decade after the failed "invincible armada" in which Spain attempted to invade and occupy England. Shown in the foreground near the landward drawbridge are two Spanish soldiers- a pike man and an arquebusier. The depiction of Dover, England at the far top of the engraving is a reminder of Callais' strategic position on the English Channel.

CREATOR: Braun and Hogenberg

PUBLICATION DATE: 1598

GEOGRAPHIC AREA: France

BODY OF WATER: English channel

CONDITION: Very Good  Wide margins. No stains or tears, One reinforced 1/4" weak spot in upper left quadrant, not noticeable unless held to light.

COLORING: Beautiful, careful hand color. Possibly contemporary. Truly a piece of history worthy of framing.

ENGRAVER: 

SIZE: 15 " x 12 "

ITEM PHYSICAL LOCATION: 89

PRICE: $850

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