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Original Rare Antique Map of the Ancient German Empire in Northern Europe, c1650

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Antique map titled 'Germaniae Veteris typus.' Map of the ancient German Empire in Northern Europe, based upon an earlier map by Ortelius. Extends from the Adriatic to the Baltic and the Vistula. Several decorative cartouches. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Johannes Janssonius also known as Jan Jansson was born 1588 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 in 1664, his heirs still have published several maps. Many of his plates have been acquired by Pieter Schenk and Gerard Valk.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.46 in (41.8 cm)Width: 21.46 in (54.5 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
    1650-1659
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1650
  • Condition:
    Condition: Good, given age. Paper separation lower middle fold; repaired. A few spots. Slight discolouration near middle fold. Original middle fold as issued. Dampstains in the top left and right margin corners. General age-related toning.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: PCT-57995 1stDibs: LU3054327310452

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