Dutch School, 17th Century

Paper a little dirty throughout, but otherwise good and fresh. Remains of old hinges on the verso, in all four corners.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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This drawing most probably represents one of the colonial outposts in the Dutch East Indies, modern-day Indonesia.  From the very beginning of the 17th century, the Dutch were the dominant European power in the region, and the trade in coffee, spices and sugar from Java, Sumatra and other nearby islands underpinned much of the great prosperity enjoyed by the Netherlands during the 17th century.  The drawing was probably made by a sea captain or merchant, rather than a professional artist.