Subject: Western Poland
Period: 1652 (circa)
Publication: Nouvel Atlas ou Theatre du Monde
Color: Hand Color
Size:
20.8 x 16.4 inches
52.8 x 41.7 cm
This fine decorative map shows the Odra River valley based on the Silesian cartographer, Jonas Scultetus. The map is oriented with north to the left and is roughly centered on the city of Glogau. It is fully engraved with forests, rivers, lakes, and tiny villages. The large decorative title cartouche incorporates the especially ornate coat of arms and a key to the symbols used in the map. At bottom right is a fine scale of miles cartouche, topped with calipers and a pair of falcons. French text on verso, published between 1652-58.
References: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #2920:1B.
Condition: B+
There is light toning and offsetting, minor scattered foxing, and remnants of hinge tape on verso.