...Quebec... Universal Magazine, 1759. $385.00

"A perspective View of the city of Quebec, the Capital of Canada"

A finely engraved and inked view of the city as it appeared at the time of the French and Indian Wars. Every structure is carefully depicted in detail. The pretty engraving clearly shows the stategic advantages offered by Quebec, with the city occupying a hill above the St. Lawrence River. Several ships in the harbor display British flags.

12 1/2  x 8  inches, sheet.
Copperplate engraving.
Very good condition with 3 folds as issued. Light patina on far right section. Narrow margin on right.
Note: Photograph makes patina on rught side of page more apparent than it is in actuality.