Subject: Denmark
Period: 1652 (circa)
Publication: Nouvel Atlas...
Color: Hand Color
Size:
22.1 x 17.9 inches
56.1 x 45.5 cm
This is a very decorative map of Denmark and southern Sweden. It has elaborate cartouches, scale of miles, coat of arms, a compass rose, ships at sea, and elegant calligraphy. The title cartouche is flanked by two woodwose, and putti adorn the distance scale and a dedication cartouche. French text on verso, published between 1652-58.
References: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #1500:1C.1.
Condition: B
A crisp impression with centerfold separations running the length of the map that have been repaired on verso with archival materials. There is light uneven toning and soiling.