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Constantinopel: German Copy of Matthaus Merian's View, circa 1640
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Constantinopel: A rare German copy of Matthaus Merian's view
Original Antique Engraved Map of Constantinopel. Old hand-coloured Very rare and large bird's-eye view of Istanbul. The print bears many similarities to the also rare plates by Justus Danckaerts, Clemens De Jonghe, Rombout van den Hoeye, Seger Tilemans and Gerard Van Keulen, after Matthaus Merian’s "Constantinopolitanae urbis effigies ad vivum expressa" (1638), but this anonymous German copy has only one hunter with dogs (instead of 2) and two coats of arms. Key to the engraving with 30 places.
The provenance of this piece is particularly intriguing, with connections to the Pálffy von Erdőd family, who actively participated in campaigns against the Turks during the Great Turkish War (1683-1699). This engraving has been part of the collections of Karl Pálffy ab Erdöd (1735-1816) and Joseph Pálffy ab Erdöd (1898-1978), whose library stamps are present on the print, further enriching its historical significance. This piece is not only a captivating visual representation of Istanbul but also a testament to the city’s enduring allure through centuries of artistic interpretation.
- Dimensions:Height: 15.08 in (38.3 cm)Width: 10.52 in (26.7 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1640
- Condition:Good. Small defects but overall very good. A flattened folding line as issued. A pink hue over the skyline. Extremely rare. Study the images carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
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