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Antique Map of the City of Franeker by Janssonius, 1657

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Antique map titled ‘Franekera‘. This map depicts the city of Franeker (Friesland, The Netherlands). Published by J. Janssonius, Amsterdam, 1657. Artists and Engravers: Johannes Janssonius also known as Jan Jansson was born 1588 in Arnhem, Netherlands. His father was a bookseller and publisher (Jan Janszoon the Elder). When he married the daughter of the cartographer Jodocus Hondius he also set up a business as book publisher in Amsterdam. His first map was published in 1616. Around 15 years later he set up a partnership with his brother in law Hondius add issued further editions of the Mercator/Hondius atlas. After his death in 1664, his heirs still have published several maps. Many of his plates have been acquired by Pieter Schenk and Gerard Valk. Condition: Good. Age-related toning, mainly along folding. Please study image carefully. Date: 1657 Overall size: 53.8 x 42 cm. Image size: 49.8 x 40 cm We sell original antique maps to collectors, historians, educators and interior decorators all over the world. Our collection includes a wide range of authentic antique maps from the 16th to the 20th centuries. Buying and collecting antique maps is a tradition that goes back hundreds of years. Antique maps have proved a richly rewarding investment over the past decade, thanks to a growing appreciation of their unique historical appeal. Today the decorative qualities of antique maps are widely recognized by interior designers who appreciate their beauty and design flexibility. Depending on the individual map, presentation, and context, a rare or antique map can be modern, traditional, abstract, figurative, serious or whimsical. We offer a wide range of authentic antique maps for any budget.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)Width: 19.61 in (49.8 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1657
  • Condition:
    Condition: Good. Age-related toning, mainly along folding. Please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-002911stDibs: LU3054327791912

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