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Antique Map of the Middle East by Mortier, 1700

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Antique map titled 'Carte de la Situation du Paradis Terrestre (..)'. Detailed map of the Holy Land and the Middle East, centered on the Garden of Eden and including a large Cyprus. Includes the cities Ninive, Babel, Calatua, Teredon, Sichem, Jerusalem, Antiocha (Syria), Charax Pasinis, Pasinivallum, Anuchtha, Pelodes, Suse, Nagira and others. This map originates from 'Historie des Ouden en Nieuwen Testaments' by P. Mortier. Artists and Engravers: Pierre, or Pieter, Mortier (1661-1711) was a Dutch engraver, son of a French refugee. He was born in Leiden. In 1690 he was granted a privilege to publish French maps in Dutch lands. In 1693 he released the first and accompanying volume of the Neptune Francois. The third followed in 1700. His son, Cornelis (1699-1783), would partner with Johannes Covens I, creating one of the most important map publishing companies of the eighteenth century. Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Repair on lower part of the folding line, please study image carefully. Date: 1700 Overall size: 51.5 x 45 cm. Image size: 47.5 x 40 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: 17.72 in (45 cm)Width: 20.28 in (51.5 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1700
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Repair on lower part of the folding line, please study image carefully. Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Repair on lower part of the folding line, please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-12063-21stDibs: LU3054327832562

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