Lot n° 12
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[“Grandes armoiries”], [Bruges, c. 1468]. Engraving on paper, c. 33,5 x 20 cm (stained, edges frayed, a few sm. holes mostly in blank parts of engr.). In good condition, but in need of cleaning. 

Estimation : 1500 / 2000
Adjudication : 1500 €
Description
Extr. rare early engraving (2nd recorded copy?) showing the "grandes armoiries" of Charles the Bold (1433-1477), Duke of Burgundy, with his device “IE LAY EMPRINS” in gothic letters, by Master W.A., in a decor of flamboyant gothic style, with, on pillars, the statues of St Andrew and St George, patron saints of the Order of the Golden Fleece and of the House of Burgundy. With the arms of 12 counties and of the 5 Burgundian duchies. The engraving by Master "W.A.", who was active at Bruges and at the Burgundian Court in the years 1465-1485, was made as a souvenir of the wedding festivities of Charles de Bold and Margaret of York at Bruges in 1468. Some contemporary writing (gothic letter) on the reverse, some scribbling in the blank margins. 
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