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Antique Map of the Iberian Peninsula with two decorative Cartouches

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Antique map titled 'Hispaniae et Portugalliae Regna'. Original old map of the Iberian peninsula showing Spain, Portugal and the Balearic Islands. Two beautiful cartouches with several putti and coat of arms. Published by N. Visscher, circa 1680. The Visscher family were art and map dealers in Amsterdam during the 17th century. Funded by C. J. Visscher (1587-1652), the business was continued by his son and grandson both named Nicolas. Nicolas Visscher I was born 1618 in Wenns, Austria. He died 1679 in Linz. After the death of Nicolas II, his widow passed the business to Pieter Schenk.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.36 in (51.7 cm)Width: 24.57 in (62.4 cm)Depth: 0.02 in (0.5 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
    Late 17th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1680
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Original folding line, with existing splits and repairs. Age-related toning. Later hand coloring. Shows wear and creasing, also affecting image. Small tears in margins. Blank verso. Please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-13433-41stDibs: LU3054336227082
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