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Matthaeus Merian
Gardens of the Chateau Rueil, Paris, France, mid 17th century engraving

1655

$280
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'Prosp. horti Auraicorum Pomorum a Ruel' Copper-line engraving by Matthaeus Merian. From 'Topographia Galliae', a fine series of engravings of 17th-century French landscapes, gardens, buildings and cities. Circa 1655. Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was one of the most prominent members of the leading print publishing family of 17th-century Germany. The Château de Rueil (formerly spelled Ruel, also referred to as the Château du Val de Ruel) was a 17th-century French château located in Rueil-Malmaison. It was especially famous for its gardens, created before those of Vaux-le-Vicomte and Versailles, and was the preferred residence of Cardinal Richelieu from at least 1633 (when he purchased it) until his death in 1642. 185mm by 290mm (platemark) 310mm by 360mm (sheet) Central vertical fold as issued.
  • Creator:
    Matthaeus Merian (1593 - 1650)
  • Creation Year:
    1655
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.21 in (31 cm)Width: 14.18 in (36 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Central vertical fold as issued. Faint toning along fold - see photo. A couple of marks in the margins.
  • Gallery Location:
    Melbourne, AU
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU124426676612

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