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Antique Map of the Region of Artois by Covens & Mortier, c.1730

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Antique map titled 'Carte d'Artois et des environs'. Large map of the region of Artois, France. Artois is former province located in the northwestern part of France, boarding Belgium (Flanders) on the north and Picardy to the south. This map extends from Dunkirk and Abbeville in the west to Douai, Cambrai and Lille in the East. 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, age-related toning. Minor wear and small defects, blank verso. Please study image carefully. Date: c.1730 Overall size: 63 x 53 cm. Image size: 60.5 x 48.5 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.
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    Height: 20.87 in (53 cm)Width: 24.81 in (63 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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    circa 1730
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    Langweer, NL
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    Seller: BG-12390-101stDibs: LU3054327832022
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