Universal Magazine
1764

Antique engraved elevation view of Pensacola, Florida

A Perspective View of Pensacola

DESCRIPTION: Antique elevation view of Pensacola, Florida and the very few structures that existed 250 years ago just after the end of Spanish rule over the city. A legend at bottom is keyed to six locations on the view including: 1. The Fort. 2. The Church. 3. The Governor's House. 4. The Commandant's House. 5. A Well. 6. A Bungo. (A bungo was a type of boat or canoe used in the southern United States made of a hollowed-out tree.)

This engraving is the earliest available printed view of Pensacola and comes from the January 1764 issue of the Universal Magazine. After Dominic Serres (1719-1793), a French-born painter primarily of nautical or maritime subjects. Serres was assigned to the Brtitish expedition to capture Havana, led by Admiral Sir George Pocock. It is possible that Serres visited Pensacola during that cruise.

CREATOR: Universal Magazine

PUBLICATION DATE: 1764

GEOGRAPHIC AREA: United States

BODY OF WATER: Santa Rosa Bay

CONDITION: Very Good. Clean and solid on good chain-laid paper. A good impression with no stains, tears or other issues.

COLORING: None

ENGRAVER: John Hinton

SIZE: 10 " x 6 "

ITEM PHYSICAL LOCATION: 3

PRICE: $360

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