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Antique map titled 'Zuydhollandia stricte sumta'. Old map of the province of Zuid-Holland, the Netherlands. This map originates from 'Theatrum … Read more Antique map titled 'Zuydhollandia stricte sumta'. Old map of the province of Zuid-Holland, the Netherlands. This map originates from 'Theatrum Orbis Terrarum (\.)'. Artists and Engravers: Willem Janszoon Blaeu was born 1571 in Alkmaar. He was trained from 1594 to 1596 by the famous danish astronomer Tycho Brahe. 1599 he went to Amsterdam and founded a business as globe maker. Later he started producing map and sea charts, including his first world map in 1605. His most famous work was the "Atlas Novus" or "Theatrum Orbis Terrarum sive Atlas Novus" of 1635, which was published until 1655 in total six volumes. After Blaeu's death in 1638 his sons Joan and Cornelis continued the businees and finished the "Atlas Novus" and started an even larger work, the "Atlas Maior", which reached 12 volumes. Condition: Fair, general age-related toning. Trimmed to plate mark, mounted and margins extended. Please study image carefully. Date: c.1645 Overall size: 63 x 52 cm. Image size: 50.5 x 38.5 cm. See less
- Dimensions
- 24.8ʺW × 20.47ʺH
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Condition
- Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Condition Notes
- Good — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal … moreGood — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal upholstery defects, or visible repairs\. Condition: Fair, general age-related toning. Trimmed to plate mark, mounted and margins extended. Please study image carefully. less
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