Eagidius Sadeler., Portrait of Charles Bonaventure de Longueval, 2nd Count of Bucquoy Hainaut

Portrait of Charles Bonaventure de Longueval (1571-1621), 2nd Count of Bucquoy Hainaut. He started in the Spanish Army of Flanders. Became under Albert and Isabella governor of Hainaut. Large engraving made by Aegidius Sadeler II (1570-1629) in Prague in 1621 the year that Charles Bonaventure died. In the back a battle scene. References: Hollstein Dutch 304-1(3), Van Someren 891. Large engraving, in good condition, printed on laid paper with narrow margins. Some minor tears restored but not disturbing. Superb early impression with the ruling lines to engrave the text clearly visible.
Dimensions: 40,0 cm x 26,6 cm Artist Name: Aegidius Sadeler II (1570-1629), Charles Bonaventure de Longueval (1571-1621) Literature: Hollstein Dutch 304-1(3), Van Someren 891 Medium: engraving Circa: 1621 Notes: All measurements are taken on the plate mark. All lot's are listed with several high resolution images, which is the best way to give a clear and objective idea of the general very good condition. Textual condition description is limited, so please examine the images carefully and ask for more info if needed.

Condition: Large engraving, in good condition, printed on laid paper with narrow margins. Some minor tears restored but not disturbing. Superb early impression with the ruling lines to engrave the text clearly visible. Rare portrait.