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Antique Map of Friesland ‘The Netherlands’ by N. Visscher, circa 1670

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This large copper engraved map details the coastline of Friesland and Terschelling. At east is a part of Groningen. The main cities are colored in red. The very decorative cartouches displays putti and a coat of arms. At the right corner there is an inset with the isles belonging to this province. This map originates from 'Germania Inferiorsive XVII Provinciarum Geographicae Generalis uit et Particulares tabulae.' (Kaert-Boeck van de XVII Nederlandtsche Provincien.), published by Nicolaas Visscher II in Amsterdam, circa 1670.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.48 in (52 cm)Width: 24.02 in (61 cm)Depth: 0.02 in (0.5 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
    Late 17th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1670
  • Condition:
    Please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-002811stDibs: LU305438911633
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