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Antique Map of France by Covens & Mortier, c.1730

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Antique map titled 'Nova regni Galliae (..) La France'. Old map of France with large decorative title cartouche. With great detail. Artists and Engravers: Pieter und David Mortier were booksellers in Paris and have published a wide range of geographical works. After Pieter's death, his widow continued the business until their son Cornelius took over. Cornelius started a partnership with his brother-in-law Johannes Covens and established the famous publishing house ""Covens and Mortier"" in Amsterdam. They have re-issued Atlases of Sanson, de l'Isle, Visscher and de Wit. Condition: Good, original/contemporary hand coloring. General age-related toning. Minor wear and small defects (mainly on folding line), blank verso. Please study image carefully. Date: c.1730 Overall size: 65 x 53 cm. Image size: 59 x 44.5 cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.87 in (53 cm)Width: 25.6 in (65 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1730
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  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-12390-471stDibs: LU3054326191402

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