Antique Map of the Duchy of Saxony by De Wit, c.1680

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Antique map titled 'Circuli Saxoniae Superior Pars Meridionalis in qua sunt Ducatus Saxoniae, Comitatus Mansfeldiae, et Voitlandiae, Landgraviat Thuringiae, Marchionatus Misniae Principatus Anhaltinus et Episcopatus Hallensis.' A handsome and detailed map of the historical regions of the Duchy of Saxony, Germany. The map is fully engraved with towns, political boundaries, rivers, and forests. The map is embellished with a title cartouche with putti and coats of arms. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Frederik/Frederick de Wit (Amsterdam 1630-1706), was a famous engraver and publisher in Amsterdam. He acquired many of the printing plates of Blaeu and Janssonius when it came to auction. His map were very popular because of the quality of the engravings and the beautiful colouring. After his death his work was re-issued by Pieter Mortier and Covens & Mortier. Condition: Good, given age. Edges browned. Small repaired tear left edge. A few vertical creases next to middle fold. A few spots in the margins. Overall a good copy. Original middle fold as issued. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully. Date: c.1680 Overall size: 61.5 x 53.4 cm. Image size: 56.8 x 48.4 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.

Dimensions:

Height: 21.03 in (53.4 cm)Width: 24.22 in (61.5 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)

Materials and Techniques:

Paper

Period:

17th Century

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1680

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Seller Location:

Langweer, NL

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