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Antique Map of The Siege of Gennep, the Netherlands, c.1650

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Antique map titled 'Belagerung des Besten Schloss und Passes Gennep'. Old map of the Siege of Gennep, the Netherlands. This map originates from 'Theatrum Europaeum' by M. Merian. Artists and Engravers: Matthäus Merian, engraver, etcher, and book dealer, the leading German illustrator of the 17th century. Map of Gennep at the time of the siege by the Dutch army under Frederik Hendrik in 1641 during the Eighty Years’ War. Left the town of Gennep, in the center the stronghold Genneperhuis, along the river Maas. In the surrounding landscape the fortifications are indicated, accompanied by brief descriptions. (Belägerung des Vests schloss{...} Passes Gennep; Obsidio Geneappae). 6 June - July 27, 1641. With the circles of citizen's circumlection and their army camps. Bottom left on a pedestal The legend A-C in German. Artist: Matthäus Merian, engraver, etcher, and book dealer, the leading German illustrator of the 17th century. Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Some staining with a bigger stain in the lower middle, but outside the image. Please study image carefully. Date: c.1650 Overall size: 40 x 32 cm. Image size: 36 x 27 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: 12.6 in (32 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1650
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  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-121471stDibs: LU3054326345802

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