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Interesting map of Abruzzo from the Atlas Major published in Amsterdam in 1664. The famous Blaeu’s firm was founded in 1596 by Willem Janzoon Blaeu (1571-1638) then continued by his two sons Cornelius (1616-1648) and Johannis (1596-1673). Their greatest cartographic achievement was the publication of the magnificent Atlas Major with 600 maps all finely engraved and embellished by elaborate cartouches, heraldic detail and especially by splendid calligraphy. The Atlas Major represents one of the f
Detailed early map of Abruzzo and Campania with the north to the right from the Atlas Sive Cosmographicae Meditationes de Fabrica Mundi by G. Mercator published in Amsterdam, 1606 at Hondius.
View of the town from the rare “Itinerarium Italiae” by Andrea Shotti (Scoto) published in Amsterdam in 1655. [cod.244/15]
A reduced version of Mercator’s folio map with four maps on one sheet depicting the English islands of Jersey, Guernsey, Wright and Alderney. Each map is embellished with its own decorative title cartouche. From the Mercator Hondius “Atlas Minor” published in Amsterdam in 1648 at Jannsonius with german text on verso. In 1607 Jodocus Hondius published a reduced size version of Mercator’s “Atlas”, itself suitably titled “Atlas Minor”. The maps were copied from those of the great cartographer Merc
Nice miniature map of the England from the Mercator Hondius “Atlas Minor” published in Amsterdam in 1648 at Jannsonius. In 1607 Jodocus Hondius published a reduced size version of Mercator’s “Atlas”, itself suitably titled “Atlas Minor”. The maps were copied from those of the great cartographer Mercator of around 1580-90 or were reductions of Hondius’ own maps of 1606. Almost 20 years later Joannes Janssonius commissioned a new set of copperplates to be engraved by Pieter Van Den Keere (Kaerius
Nice miniature map of the British Isles from the Mercator Hondius “Atlas Minor” published in Amsterdam in 1648 at Jannsonius. In 1607 Jodocus Hondius published a reduced size version of Mercator’s “Atlas”, itself suitably titled “Atlas Minor”. The maps were copied from those of the great cartographer Mercator of around 1580-90 or were reductions of Hondius’ own maps of 1606. Almost 20 years later Joannes Janssonius commissioned a new set of copperplates to be engraved by Pieter Van Den Keere (K
A fine miniature map of Abruzzo from “Epitome Theatri Orbis Terraum” by Abraham Ortelius published in Amsterdam in 1602. The maps were based from those in P. Galle’s final edition of 1598 but were drawn and engraved with great care. They may be easily recognised as they have a wide border with latitude and longitude shown. [cod.299/15]
Lovely small map of the regions of Aragon from the Mercator Hondius “Atlas Minor” published in Amsterdam in 1648 at Jannsonius. In 1607 Jodocus Hondius published a reduced size version of Mercator’s “Atlas”, itself suitably titled “Atlas Minor”. The maps were copied from those of the great cartographer Mercator of around 1580-90 or were reductions of Hondius’ own maps of 1606. Almost 20 years later Joannes Janssonius commissioned a new set of copperplates to be engraved by Pieter Van Den Keere
Detailed map of Austria centered on the course of the river Danube, between Passau and Bratislava. From the Mercator Hondius “Atlas Minor” published in Amsterdam in 1648 at Jannsonius with german text on verso. In 1607 Jodocus Hondius published a reduced size version of Mercator’s “Atlas”, itself suitably titled “Atlas Minor”. The maps were copied from those of the great cartographer Mercator of around 1580-90 or were reductions of Hondius’ own maps of 1606. Almost 20 years later Joannes Jansso
Nice town view of Barth Pommern in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern from Bertius’s “Commentariorum rerum germanicum libri tres” published in Amsterdam at Jannsonius in 1616.
Fine map engraved by Petrus Kaerius, this map is filled with mountains, cities and villages. The map is oriented with north at right and is decorated with strapwork title, distance scale and key cartouches. From the Mercator Hondius “Atlas Minor” published in Amsterdam in 1648 at Jannsonius with german text on verso. In 1607 Jodocus Hondius published a reduced size version of Mercator’s “Atlas”, itself suitably titled “Atlas Minor”. The maps were copied […]
Charming map of north eastern Spain with the areas of Pamplona and Valladolid. From the Mercator Hondius “Atlas Minor” published in Amsterdam in 1648 at Jannsonius with german text on verso. In 1607 Jodocus Hondius published a reduced size version of Mercator’s “Atlas”, itself suitably titled “Atlas Minor”. The maps were copied from those of the great cartographer Mercator of around 1580-90 or were reductions of Hondius’ own maps of 1606. Almost 20 years later Joannes Janssonius commissioned a
Nice town view of Boppard in Rheinland-Pfalz from Bertius’s “Commentariorum rerum germanicum libri tres” published in Amsterdam at Jannsonius in 1616.
Fine and detailed map of Cologne and Dusseldorff from the Mercator Hondius “Atlas Minor” published in Amsterdam in 1648 at Jannsonius. In 1607 Jodocus Hondius published a reduced size version of Mercator’s “Atlas”, itself suitably titled “Atlas Minor”. The maps were copied from those of the great cartographer Mercator of around 1580-90 or were reductions of Hondius’ own maps of 1606. Almost 20 years later Joannes Janssonius commissioned a new set of …
Lovely small map of Upper Sachsen and Schlesien centered roughly on Meissen with place names, rivers and forests. From the Mercator Hondius “Atlas Minor” published in Amsterdam in 1648 at Jannsonius. In 1607 Jodocus Hondius published a reduced size version of Mercator’s “Atlas”, itself suitably titled “Atlas Minor”. The maps were copied from those of the great cartographer Mercator of around 1580-90 or were reductions of Hondius’ own maps of 1606.
Nice town view of Bremen from Bertius’s “Commentariorum rerum germanicum libri tres” published in Amsterdam at Jannsonius in 1616.
Importante pianta topografica di Brescia ispirata dal rame del Rascicotti, in cui però l’anonimo e raffinato incisore si sbizzarrisce a segnare monumenti e bellissimi giardini in realtà inesistenti. In alto a destra, entro ricca cornice, troviamo lo stemma di Venezia e di Brescia, cui segue la legenda di 43 “explicatio” e la scritta “Echelle de 100 Pas Geometriques”.
Important plan of the town from “Nouveau Theatre d’Italie….” by Pierre Mortier published in Amsterdam in 1724. In perfect condition. [cod.995/15]
Beautiful seven little maps on one sheet: A large map of Crete, with six smaller maps across the top showing the Ionian Islands of Kerkira (Corfu), Zakinthos (Zante), Milos, Naxos, Santorini and Scarpanto. The map of Crete names many places, rivers and mountain ranges. From the Mercator Hondius “Atlas Minor” published in Amsterdam in 1648 at Jannsonius with german text on verso. In 1607 Jodocus Hondius published a reduced size version of Mercator’s “Atlas”, itself suitably titled “Atlas Minor”.
Charming map of the region centered on Cambridge from the Mercator Hondius “Atlas Minor” published in Amsterdam in 1648 at Jannsonius with german text on verso. In 1607 Jodocus Hondius published a reduced size version of Mercator’s “Atlas”, itself suitably titled “Atlas Minor”. The maps were copied from those of the great cartographer Mercator of around 1580-90 or were reductions of Hondius’ own maps of 1606. Almost 20 years later Joannes Janssonius commissioned a new set of copperplates to be
A nice old color example of Blaeu’s regional map of Foggia showing the Gargano and the upper part of Puglia from Grooten Atlas the dutch edition of the Atlas Major published in Amsterdam in 1664. The famous Blaeu’s firm was founded in 1596 by Willem Janzoon Blaeu (1571-1638) then continued by his two sons Cornelius (1616-1648) and Johannis (1596-1673). Their greatest cartographic achievement was the publication of the magnificent Atlas Major with 600 maps all finely engraved and embellished by e
Fine large map with detailed topographical features based on Guillaume de L’Isle. The map shows the southern India with Ceylon and the Maldives. From Covens & Mortier “Atlas nouveau, contenant toutes les parties su Monde?” published in Amsterdam in 1730 ca.
Interesting and detailed map of Brescia are based on Sanson. From Nouveau Theatre de l’Italie by Covens and Mortier published in Amsterdam in 1705. decorative original colouring following as description in the top right corner the five divisions of the province: Val Camonica, Val Trompia, Val Sabbia, Riviera di Sal and Brescia’s area.
Beautiful little map covering whole Catalonia and centered on Barcelona. Decorated with nice carthouche and compass rose. From the Mercator Hondius “Atlas Minor” published in Amsterdam in 1648 at Jannsonius with german text on verso. In 1607 Jodocus Hondius published a reduced size version of Mercator’s “Atlas”, itself suitably titled “Atlas Minor”. The maps were copied from those of the great cartographer Mercator of around 1580-90 or were reductions of Hondius’ own maps of 1606. Almost 20 yea