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Decorative and Detailed Original Antique Map of Switzerland, 1657

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Antique map of Switzerland titled 'Helvetiae Rhetiae & Valesiae'. Decorative and detailed map of Switzerland. This map originates from 'Atlas Novus, Sive Theatrum Orbis Orbis Terrarum: In quo Galliae, Helvetiae (..)' by J. Janssonius (1656-1657). Artists and Engravers: Johannes Janssonius also known as Jan Jansson (1588-1664) was born in Arnhem, Netherlands. His father was a bookseller and publisher (Jan Janszoon the Elder). When he married the daughter of the cartographer Jodocus Hondius he also set up a business as book publisher in Amsterdam. His first map was published in 1616. Around 15 years later he set up a partnership with his brother in law Hondius add issued further editions of the Mercator/Hondius atlas. After his death his heirs still have published several maps. Many of his plates have been acquired by Pieter Schenk and Gerard Valk. Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Minor foxing, Latin text on verso. Please study image carefully.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.69 in (50 cm)Width: 23.63 in (60 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
    1650-1659
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1657
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Minor foxing, Latin text on verso. Please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-12082-571stDibs: LU3054326768102

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