Subject: Oresund, Eastern Denmark
Period: 1693 (circa)
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Color: Hand Color
Size:
34.9 x 22.9 inches
88.6 x 58.2 cm
This oversized chart depicts the Oresund, which forms the border between Skane, Sweden and Sjaelland, Denmark. The chart is filled with navigational details and topographical information along the coastline. A large inset focuses on the area around Copenhagen and the islands of Amager and Saltholm. Two large compass roses orient north to the right. The engraved seal of the Depot de la Marine is directly below the title, along with the price Prix, trente Sols. Engraved by Berey.
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Condition: B+
A nice impression on sturdy, watermarked paper with light offsetting and minor soiling. A tear confined to bottom blank margin has been professionally repaired.