Subject: Northern Belgium
Period: 1659 (circa)
Publication: Atlas Nuevo
Color: Hand Color
Size:
9.1 x 6.2 inches
23.1 x 15.7 cm
This elegant small map shows the vicinity of Bornem, now a suburb of Antwerp. The map is oriented with north in the lower left corner, where the title cartouche is located. It details roads, rivers, swamps, and more. From a Spanish version of Blaeu's atlas published from 1659-72. On a full sheet with Spanish text measuring 12.7 x 21.6".
References: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #3248:2.
Condition: B+
On a lightly toned sheet with a horizontal printer's crease in the map image.