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Antique Map of the French Coast by Covens & Mortier, 1720

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Antique map France titled 'Les Embouchures de la Somme et de Bresle Riv. ou est St. Valeri, Eu et Dieppe'. Beautiful map of the French coast, from St. Valeri to Dieppe. 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. Condition: Very good, general age-related toning. Original/contemporary hand coloring, please study image carefully. Date: 1720 Overall size: 61 x 50 cm. Image size: 56 x 41 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: 19.69 in (50 cm)Width: 24.02 in (61 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1720
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  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BGI-002171stDibs: LU3054327794402
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