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View of Frankenberg: Braun & Hogenberg's Historic Bird's-Eye Map, 1599
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The antique print titled 'Francenbergum, vel ut alij Francoburgum Hassiae Opp', published by Braun & Hogenberg around 1599, is a remarkable historical document offering a bird's-eye view of Frankenberg, a town in the Waldeck-Frankenberg district, Hesse, Germany. This print is part of a rich tradition of city maps and views from the late 16th century.
**Key Characteristics of the Print:**
1. **Bird's-Eye View**: The print provides a detailed aerial perspective of Frankenberg, a popular style in the late Renaissance for depicting cities. This perspective allows for a comprehensive view of the town's layout, architecture, and surrounding landscape.
2. **Architectural Detail**: Significant buildings, such as churches, public buildings, and notable residences, are likely rendered with great detail. The print may showcase the architectural styles prevalent in Frankenberg during the late 16th century.
3. **Urban Layout**: The map provides insights into the urban design of Frankenberg at the time, including street patterns, city walls, gates, and possibly the arrangement of public spaces and marketplaces.
4. **Surrounding Landscape**: The depiction of the surrounding landscape, such as rivers, forests, and fields, provides context to the town’s geographical setting and its relationship with the environment.
5. **Braun & Hogenberg's Work**: Georg Braun and Franz Hogenberg were notable figures in cartography and their work, particularly in the 'Civitates Orbis Terrarum', is renowned for its artistic quality and historical value. This series was one of the first attempts to systematically document cities across the world.
6. **Historical and Cultural Significance**: The print is a valuable historical record of Frankenberg as it appeared in the late 16th century, reflecting the town's history, urban development, and architectural heritage.
7. **Artistic Merit**: The print is also significant for its artistic execution, typical of the Renaissance period, with attention to detail, perspective, and aesthetic composition.
This antique print of Frankenberg is not just a cartographic artifact but also a piece of art, reflecting the skill and craftsmanship of late Renaissance mapmakers. It provides valuable insights into the historical urban landscape of Frankenberg and serves as an important document for understanding the town's development and architecture in the context of 16th-century Germany.
- Dimensions:Height: 15.16 in (38.5 cm)Width: 20.08 in (51 cm)Depth: 0.02 in (0.5 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1599
- Condition:Original/contemporary hand coloring. Repair on folding line. Latin text on verso. Shows age-related toning and some wear/creasing. Please study image carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-079591stDibs: LU3054325226952
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