Gezicht op Tripoli in Libië by Anonymous

Gezicht op Tripoli in Libië 1668

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drawing, paper, watercolor, ink

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drawing

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dutch-golden-age

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landscape

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paper

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watercolor

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ink

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coloured pencil

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cityscape

This anonymous 1668 print depicts a panoramic view of Tripoli, Libya, with a fortified city on a peninsula overlooking the sea. The artist captures a lively scene with ships and a cart in the foreground and a detailed depiction of the city walls and buildings in the distance. The print is likely intended as a visual record of a bustling port city, showcasing its strategic location and importance in the 17th century. This artwork is a unique window into the history of Tripoli and the maritime trade of the time.

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