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Handcoloured Engraved Map of Amsterdam, Published in ca.1760
$520.16
£391.63
€440
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About the Item
This original antique map titled "AMSTERDAM geconterfeyt door CORNELIS ANTHONISZOON, Schilder, en wtghegeven in't jaer 1544" is a handcolored engraved map, published by Jan Wagenaar and Isaak Tirion around 1760, based on an original map by Cornelis Anthonisz from 1544.
This historical map offers a detailed representation of Amsterdam in the mid-16th century.
Key Features and Landmarks on the Map:
1. De Aemstel (Amstel) River: The river that runs along the left side of the map, marking a significant natural feature of Amsterdam.
2. City Walls and Gates: Clearly visible fortifications surrounding the city, including multiple gates, such as the S. Olofs Poort and Oude zyids Houttuinen.
3. Churches and Monasteries: Important religious buildings are marked, including:
- S. Nicolaes Kerck (Church)
- S. Margrieten Kerck (Church)
- Oude Kerck (Old Church)
- Numerous monasteries such as S. Maerten-Klooster and S. Catharynen-Klooster.
4. Bridges and Roads: Infrastructure such as bridges (e.g., Papen brug) and main roads are well-defined, illustrating the city's connectivity.
5. Public Buildings: Notable public structures, including:
- The Town Hall (Stadhuis)
- Public squares like the Houtmarkt (Wood Market)
6. Waterways: Various canals and waterways intersect the city, reflecting Amsterdam's intricate canal system.
7. Defensive Structures: Towers and other defensive structures are shown, indicating the strategic importance of the city's fortifications.
Significance of the Map:
- **Historical Value**: The map provides an invaluable historical record of Amsterdam's layout and key structures as they existed in the mid-16th century, giving insight into the city's development and urban planning.
- **Cartographic Detail**: The detailed engraving and coloring highlight the craftsmanship and precision involved in mapmaking during this period.
- **Cultural Insight**: The map reflects the city's architecture, religious prominence, and infrastructure during a significant historical era, offering a glimpse into the past lifestyles and societal structure.
- **Educational Resource**: It serves as an educational tool for understanding historical geography, urban development, and the history of Amsterdam.
Overall, this map is a rich historical artifact that not only represents the physical layout of Amsterdam in the 1540s but also serves as a cultural and educational resource, showcasing the city's historical significance and the art of cartography in the 16th century.
The Original Maker of the Map:
Cornelis Anthonisz (also spelled Cornelis Anthoniszoon) was a notable figure in the history of Dutch cartography and art. Born around 1505 and living until 1553, he was a multifaceted artist known for his contributions as a painter, engraver, and mapmaker. His works provide valuable insights into the urban and architectural developments of his time.
Background and Career:
- **Birth and Death**: Cornelis Anthonisz was born around 1505 in Amsterdam and died in 1553.
- **Artistic Training**: He was trained as a painter and became well-versed in the techniques of engraving and cartography.
- **Professional Roles**: Anthonisz worked in various capacities, including as a painter and engraver, but he is most renowned for his detailed maps and bird’s-eye views of cities.
Major Contributions:
- **Map of Amsterdam (1544)**: One of his most famous works is the map of Amsterdam from 1544, which the map in question is based on. This map is significant for its detailed representation of the city’s layout, buildings, and infrastructure during the mid-16th century. It provides a bird's-eye view of the city, which was a relatively innovative approach at the time.
- **Innovative Techniques**: Anthonisz employed innovative techniques in his mapmaking, combining artistic skills with precise cartographic details. His works often included detailed engravings that depicted urban landscapes with remarkable accuracy.
Historical Significance:
- **Urban Documentation**: Anthonisz's maps are invaluable for historians and geographers as they offer detailed documentation of urban development during the Renaissance period. His work on Amsterdam, in particular, provides a snapshot of the city’s structure, architecture, and urban planning in the 1540s.
- **Artistic Legacy**: Beyond cartography, Anthonisz’s contributions to art and engraving have been recognized for their aesthetic quality and technical precision. His ability to blend artistic elements with practical cartographic information set a standard for future mapmakers.
- **Influence on Cartography**: Cornelis Anthonisz influenced the field of cartography significantly. His detailed and accurate maps became reference points for future generations of cartographers and contributed to the advancement of geographic knowledge in Europe.
Legacy:
- **Preservation of Works**: Many of Anthonisz's works, including his maps and engravings, are preserved in museums and archives, serving as important historical and artistic documents.
- **Recognition**: His contributions to cartography and art have been recognized by historians and scholars, and his maps continue to be studied for their historical value and craftsmanship.
Cornelis Anthonisz's map of Amsterdam from 1544 remains a crucial piece of historical cartography, reflecting both the urban landscape of the time and the advanced techniques used by the artist. His legacy endures in the detailed and beautifully crafted maps that provide a window into the past.
- Dimensions:Height: 12.88 in (32.7 cm)Width: 15.56 in (39.5 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Period:1760-1769
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1760
- Condition:The map is in good condition with nice coloring and some age-related toning. It has a folding line in the middle, as issued.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BGI-010791stDibs: LU3054340472482
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