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Antique map titled 'Territorium Norimbergense'. Beautiful map centered on Nuremberg, Germany. with decorative title cartouche and inset plan of the … Read more Antique map titled 'Territorium Norimbergense'. Beautiful map centered on Nuremberg, Germany. with decorative title cartouche and inset plan of the city. Published by W. Blaeu, circa 1635. Willem Janszoon Blaeu (1571-1638) was a prominent Dutch geographer and publisher. Born the son of a herring merchant, Blaeu chose not fish but mathematics and astronomy for his focus. He studied with the famous Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe, with whom he honed his instrument and globe making skills. Blaeu set up shop in Amsterdam, where he sold instruments and globes, published maps, and edited the works of intellectuals like Descartes and Hugo Grotius. In 1635, he released his atlas, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, sive, Atlas novus. See less
- Dimensions
- 21.26ʺW × 16.14ʺH
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Condition
- Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Condition Notes
- Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Repaired: Repair on … moreVery Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Repaired: Repair on folding line and a few closed tears. General age-related toning. Some wear and soiling. Blank verso. Please study image carefully. less
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