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Item Ships From: Netherlands
Anitque Print of a Fire Station in Yokohama, Japan, 1856
Located in Langweer, NL
Description: Antique print titled ‘Fire Companys House & Engine Yokuhama‘.
View of a fire station in Yokohama, Japan. This print originates from 'Narrat...
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1850s Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Religion Print of the Tribute Money, '1913'
Located in Langweer, NL
Large antique print of the Tribute Money. Published by Mosella-Verlag, 1913. This print originates from a series titled 'Kathol. Schulbibelwerk von Dr. Ecker'.
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Early 20th Century Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Original Antique Map of the Maluku Islands or Moluccas
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Carte Particuliere des Isles Moluques - Byzondere Kaart der Molukze Eylanden'. This map depicts the islands of Herij, Ternate, Tidor, Pottebackers, Timor, Machian...
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Mid-18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
Antique Map of the Strait of Le Maire Between Terra Fuego & Staten Island, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Kaart van de Good Success Baai in de Straat van Le Maire (..)'.
Antique map of the Strait of Le Maire between Terra Fuego and Staten Island. On top, various c...
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Early 1800s Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Map of Japan by J.N. Bellin, 1752
Located in Langweer, NL
Bellin's wonderfully detailed map of Japan from the atlas of Prevost d'Exiles' influential collection of travel narratives, Histoire Generale des Voyages. Considered the best general...
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Mid-18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Colourful Antique Map of Spain and Portugal, 1815
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map of Spain and Portugal. Thomson's map includes both countries in full, with Spain being divided into its various semi-autonomous provin...
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1810s Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Engraving of the Islands Wanooa, Wateeoo, Mangeea, Toobouai, Cook, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map South Pacific Islands, Polynesia. Originates from 'Reizen Rondom de Waereld door James Cook (..)'.
Artists and Engravers: Translated by J.D. Pasteur. Published by Hon...
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19th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Plan of Aigues-Mortes, France
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Plan d'Aiguesmortes et environs'. Original plan of the region of Aigues-Mortes, France. This map originates from 'Le Petit Atlas Maritime (..)' by J.N. Bellin. Pu...
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Mid-18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
Mapping History: The Decorative Cartography of Indre-et-Loire by Levasseur, 1856
Located in Langweer, NL
An original hand-colored map of the Département d'Indre-et-Loire created by Victor Levasseur in 1856. As an antique steel engraved map, it showcases the detailed craftsmanship and technology of mid-19th century map making. The method of steel engraving allowed for precise and intricate details to be captured, making this map not only a navigational tool but also a work of art.
The addition of outline hand colouring is particularly noteworthy. This technique, where colours are applied by hand to the engraved map, was a common practice at the time to highlight certain features such as boundaries, rivers, and cities. The hand colouring on this map would have been done meticulously, adding vibrancy and clarity to the engraved lines and making it easier to differentiate various geographical and political demarcations.
The map's wide margins are characteristic of the period's presentation style, offering space for additional annotations or simply serving to frame the map aesthetically when displayed. Such margins also suggest that the map was intended for a discerning audience, possibly for educational or decorative purposes in a library or study.
Victor Levasseur was renowned for his decorative maps, often embellished with artistic elements that went beyond mere geographical information. These elements could include vignettes, allegorical figures, and detailed illustrations surrounding the map itself, reflecting the cultural, historical, and economic aspects of the depicted area. While the description does not detail these decorative aspects, it's common for Levasseur's works to feature such embellishments, making his maps highly prized among collectors and historians for both their artistic value and cartographic accuracy.
This map of Département d'Indre-et-Loire, with its combination of technical precision in steel engraving and the beauty of hand colouring, represents a fascinating intersection of art and science in the 19th century. It is a testament to the era's dedication to detail, craftsmanship, and the aesthetic presentation of information.
The Département d'Indre-et-Loire, located in the central part of France within the region known as the Centre-Val de Loire, is rich in historical and cultural significance, with numerous important places highlighted on a map from 1856 by Victor Levasseur. Based on the region's known historical sites and cities, the following places are likely to be featured or of importance:
1. **Tours**: As the capital city of the Département d'Indre-et-Loire, Tours is a central hub of history, culture, and architecture. It is known for its old town, the Place Plumereau, Tours Cathedral, and its proximity to the Loire River, making it a likely focal point on the map.
2. **Amboise**: This town is famous for the Château d'Amboise, which is closely linked to French royal history and offers panoramic views of the Loire River. Leonardo da Vinci is buried here in the Chapel of Saint-Hubert, associated with the château.
3. **Chinon**: Known for its medieval fortress, the Château de Chinon, this town has deep historical roots, including connections to Joan of Arc and King Charles VII. The fortress and town would be significant landmarks.
4. **Villandry**: The Château de Villandry is renowned for its beautiful Renaissance gardens, which are some of the most impressive in France. While the château might be less emphasized in an 1856 map compared to cities and towns, it's an important site in the region.
5. **Loches**: This town features the Château de Loches, a medieval castle, and the Royal Lodge, noted for its Renaissance architecture. The town's history and architectural landmarks make it a place of interest.
6. **Azay-le-Rideau**: The Château d'Azay-le-Rideau is set on an island in the middle of the Indre River, showcasing the French Renaissance architectural...
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1850s Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Print of a Scientific Instrument, 1769
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'A curious Instrument which shews the Hour of the Day (..)'. Print of a scientific instrument. This print originates from 'The Gentleman's Magazine'.
Artists a...
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18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Map of Scandinavia by T. Jefferys, circa 1750
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Sweden, Denmark, Norway & Finland'. An original mid-18th century copper engraved antique map of Scandinavia by Thomas Jefferys....
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Mid-18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
Antique Map of the German Empire with decorative Title Cartouche
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Germania, Non ea tantum quae Rheno, Vistula, Danubio, mariqz Germanico Veteribus claudebatur; Sed tota illa continens quae hodie communiter Germanica lingua utitu...
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Early 17th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
Voyages dans l'Amérique du Sud by J. Crevaux '1883'
Located in Langweer, NL
Voyages dans l'Amérique du Sud by J. Creavaux. Jules Crevaux was a French doctor, soldier, and explorer. He is known for his multiple explorations into the interior of French Guiana ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
Antique Map of the Region of Franche-Comté by Janssonius, circa 1650
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Burgundiae Comitatus Franche Comté'. Old map of the historical and former region of Franche-Comté, France. As a region, it encompasse...
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Mid-17th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
Old German Map of the Austrian Empire, ca.1870
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Kaiserthum Österreich'.
Old map of the Austrian Empire. This map originates from 'H. Kiepert's Kleiner Atlas der Neueren Geographie für Schule und Haus'.
Arti...
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1870s Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Original Antique Map of the Middle East, Published in Germany, c.1870
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Asia Citerior'. Old map of the Middle East. This map originates from 'Atlas Antiquus, twaalf kaarten behoorende bij de Oude ...
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19th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
Early Bird's-Eye View of Rio Di Janeiro and Guanabara Bay, Brazil, 1702
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Rio Janeiro'.
Bird's-eye view of Rio di Janeiro and Guanabara Bay, Brazil. From the French edition (translation by Renneville) of Commelin's 'Recueil des Vo...
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Early 1700s Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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1797 Tardieu Map of Southeast Asia: The Malay Archipelago and Beyond
Located in Langweer, NL
An original historical map titled 'Presqu' Île Au Dela Du Gange et Archipel De L'Inde', created by Pierre Francois Tardieu and published in the "Atlas Universel" by Pierre Grégoire C...
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1790s Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Old Map of the Black Sea, The Krim, Ukraine, Russia, etc in Historic Times, 1848
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Pontus Euxinus'. Old map of the black Sea and surroundings originating from 'Orbis Terrarum Antiquus in usum Scholarum'.
Artists and Engravers: Published by J...
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1840s Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Plan of Batavia and the Castle in the Dutch East Indies, 1763
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Grundriss von der Stadt und dem Schlosse Batavia.' Plan of the city and the castle of Batavia in the Dutch East Indies / Indonesia. From 'Algemeine Welthistorie (...
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18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Print of a Japanese Junk Longitudinal Section, 1856
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled ‘Japanese Junk'. Lithograph of a Japanese junk longitudinal section, a type of sailing ship. This print originates from 'Narrative of the expedition of an Americ...
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19th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Map of the North Sea and Dunkirk
Located in Langweer, NL
Untitled map of the North Sea, top left a large compass rose, bottom right Dunkirk (Duinkerke / Dunkerque), France. Part of a bundled collection of plans of battles and cities renown...
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Early 18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Old Engraving of The Catching of Horses on Jafnapatnam, Ceylon 'Sri Lanka', 1672
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print, titled: 'Paardevangst op Jafnapatnam' - This plate shows the catching of horses on Jafnapatnam. The province of Jaffna , and specially the fort at Jaffnapatnam were th...
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1670s Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Map of Corrèze ‘France’ by V. Levasseur, 1854
By Victor Levasseur
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Dépt. da la Corrèze'. Map of the French department of Correze, France. This area of France is known for its production of Straw Wine, a sweet red or white wine. T...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
Le Jardin des Plantes, Description et Moeurs des Mammifèeres (1842)
Located in Langweer, NL
First edition 'Le Jardin des Plantes, description et moeurs des mammifèeres de la menagerie et du muséum d'histoire naturelle' by M. Boitard, publis...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
Antique Print of 'Madonna and Sleeping Child' Made after Vivarini 'c.1890'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Madonna and Sleeping Child with Angels'. Original antique print on chine collé, made after the painting by Vivarini. Source unknown, to be determined. Published...
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Late 19th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Engravring of Different Artillery like Bullets, Cannons, Bombs, c.1769
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled ‚Tab IX. von der Artillerie‘.
This print depicts many different artillery like bullets, cannons, bombs and many more. German subtitles.
Artists and Engra...
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1760s Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Map of China and Japan, with Frame Style Border
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Empires Chinois et Japonnais'. Attractive map of China and Japan. This map originates from Maison Basset's 1852 edition of 'Atlas Illustre Destine a l'enseignemen...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
Antique Map of Russia in Europe, with Frame Style Border
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Russie d'Europe'. Attractive map of Russia in Europe, covers the European portions of Russia from the Arctic Sea south to the Black Sea and Caspian Sea. This map ...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Map of of Bengal and the mouth of the Ganges River
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Carte du Bengale, avec la partie Septentrionale (..)'. Original antique map of Bengal and the mouth of the Ganges river. This map ori...
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Late 18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
Original Antique Map of the Road from Marlborough to Huntspil
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'The Continuation of the Road from London to Bristol (..)'. A strip map of the continuation of the road from London to Bristol, this particular sheet showing the r...
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Late 17th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
Antique Print of Longford Castle, South of Salisbury, Wiltshire, England, 1766
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Longford Castle the Seat of the Earl of Radnor in Wiltshire'.
Large engraving of Longford Castle, Wiltshire. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Engraved by Miller.
Longford Castle stands on the banks of the River Avon...
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18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Map of Southeast Asia by J. Ottens, 1710
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Le Royaume de Siam avec Les Royaumes Qui Luy sont Tributaries'. Influential map of Southeast Asia. Ottens incorporated information provided by the French Jesuits ...
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Early 18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Hand-colored Map of Brandenburg, Germany
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Marchionatus Brandenburgicus'. Original antique map of Brandenburg, with Königsberg and Stettin, Germany. Published by J. Janssonius, circ 1650.
Jan Janssonius ...
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Mid-17th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Map of Asia by Wyld '1845'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Asia'. Original antique map of Asia. This map originates from 'An Atlas of the World, Comprehending Separate Maps of its Variou...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Print of Batavia Castle in Nowadays Jakarta, Indonesia, circa 1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Vue a Batavie du côte de la Courtine du Château - Prospect zu Batavia längst der Courtine des Castels'. Scarce view of Batavia Castle, present day Djakarta, Ind...
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18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
Antique Handcolored Print of an Afghan from Herat in Afghanistan, 1843
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique costume print titled 'Afghan d'Herat'. Original antique print of an Afghan from Herat. This print originates from 'Moeurs, usages et costumes de tous les peuples du monde' by...
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19th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
Antique Map of the Port of Zihuatanejo in Mexico, c.1740
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Plan du Port de Chequetan ou Seguataneo'. Map of the Mexican port of Zihuatanejo. This area was originally named Cihuatlán in Aztec, which means 'Place of Women,'...
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18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
Antique Map of Lower Silesia of The Famous Mapmaker Blaeu, c.1650
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Ducatus Silesiae Wolanus'. \
Antique map depicting lower Silesia with the cities of Wolow (Wohlau), Winsko (Winzig), Herrnstadt, Chobie (Koben), Lubin (Lüben), R...
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17th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
Bird's-Eye Plan of Jerusalem in Israël, a Rare Original Engraving, 1750
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'De VIIde Landkaart Verbeeldende de Stad Jerusalem Beneven de daar Omgelegen Bergen en Dalen (..).'
Bird's-eye plan of Jerusalem in Israel. This map shows the mo...
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18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Rare Map of North Africa Depicting Numidia, Libia and Morocco, Published C.1740
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map Africa titled 'Mauretania, Numidia, Gaetulia & c.'.
Rare map of North Africa depicting Numidia, Libia and Morocco.
Artists and E...
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1740s Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Optica Print of Huis ten Bosch, The Netherlands, c.1760
By Georg Balthasar Probst
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Gesigt van het Huys de Oranje Zaal'. View of Huis ten Bosch, a royal palace in The Hague, the Netherlands. This is an optical print, also called 'vue optique' o...
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18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Old Map of the Rhine & German Cities Incl Düsseldorf, Bonn, Köln, Etc., c.1730
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map Germany titled 'Mappa Geographica continens Archiepiscopatum et Electoratum Coloniensem (..)'.
This antique map depicts the Rhine r...
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1730s Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Religious Print 'No. 42' Election of Saint Matthias, circa 1840
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled ‘Histoire Sainte, Nouveau Testament, Élection de Saint Mathias.' This plate shows a scene from the New Testament; The election of Saint Matthias.’
This print ...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Map of Upper Saxony in Germany by Tirion, circa 1740
By Isaak Tirion
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Nieuwe Kaart van de Opper Saxise Kreits (..).' Attractive detailed map showing Upper Saxony, Germany with Meissen, Thuringen, Anhalt, Brandenburg, Pommeren etc. S...
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18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
View of the Exchange and the Warehouses at Petersburg in Russia, ca.1790
Located in Langweer, NL
Description: antique print titled 'A view of the Exchange and the Warehouses at Petersburg in Russia / Vüe de la Bourse & du Magazin de Marchandises a Petersburg Russe'. Beautiful engraving of the Stock and Warehouses of St. Petersburg, Russia.
Artists and Engravers: Robert Sayer...
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1790s Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Print of the Sacred Vessels Tabernacle & Temple of Ezekiel, 1717
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique religious print titled 'De Tabernakel, en Tempel van Ezechiel, met de verdere Heiligdommen en H. Gereedtschappen'. Original antique print of the Sacred Vessels, the Tabernacl...
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18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Map of The Senegal River by Bellin, 1746
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Carte de l'Entrée de la Rivière de Sanaga ou Senegal'. Map of the mouth of the Senegal River. This map originates from Prevost's 'Histoire Generale des Voyages'. ...
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18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Map of the Region of Beauvais by Hondius, circa 1630
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Beauvaisis - Comitatus Belovacium'. Old map of the region of Beauvais, France. This map originates from a composite atlas and is signed by J. Hondius.
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Mid-17th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Scarce Antique Map of the Island of Java, Indonesia
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Kaart van 't Eyland Groot Java: Antique Map of Java, Indonesia"
Description: This antique map, titled "Kaart van 't Eyland Groot Java," offers a rare and valuable depiction ...
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Late 18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Map of South America by Finlayson, 1822
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Geographical, Statistical and Historical Map of the United Provinces of South America'. This map depicts part of South America (including part of Brazil and Chili...
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19th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Map of New Zealand by Arrowsmith '1844'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Map of the colony of New Zealand from official documents'. A scarce map of New Zealand. First issued in the 1830s, this state sh...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
Antique Print of various Churches on Ceylon or Nowadays Sri Lanka, 1704
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Paneteripou, Manipay, Changane, Vanarpone'. Antique print with four views of the churches of Paneteripoum, Manipay, Changane and Vanarpone (Ceylon/Sri Lanka). This print originates from 'A Collection of Voyages and Travels, some now first printed from original manuscripts'.
Artists and Engravers: Published by Awnsham and John Churchill...
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18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Original Antique Map of the Holy Land with Decorative Cartouche
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Totius Terrae Sanctae'. Original old map of the Holy Land, with a large decorative cartouche. The term "Holy Land" usually refers to a territory roughly correspon...
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Late 17th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Paper
Set of 2 Antique Maps covering part of modern-day Czech Republic
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of two antique maps titled 'Marchionatus Moraviae circulus Preroviensis'. Two individual sheets covering part of modern-day Czech Republic. Cities included are Opava, Fulnek, Lip...
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Early 18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Map of the Coast of Guinea from, Cape Apollonia to the Volta River
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Suite de la Coste de Guinée (..) - Vervolg van de Kust van Guinée (..)'. Decorative map of the coast of Guinea from, Cape Apollonia to the Volta River. Engraved b...
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Mid-18th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Map of Europe by Lapie, 1842
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Carte de l'Europe'. Map of Europe. This map originates from 'Atlas universel de géographie ancienne et moderne (..)' by Pierre M. Lapie and Alexandre E. Lapie. Pi...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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Antique Map of the Region involved in the Conquest of Cyrus the Great
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Tabula Itineris Decies Mille (..)'. This historical map illustrates the region involved in the conquest of Cyrus the Great (558-528 BC), the founder of the Persia...
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Mid-17th Century Antique Netherlands - Collectibles and Curiosities
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