Subject: Eastern Germany
Period: 1659 (circa)
Publication:
Color: Hand Color
Size:
19.9 x 16.4 inches
50.5 x 41.7 cm
This map is centered approximately on Magdeburg and focuses on the Saxony-Anhalt region. The Elbe River is prominently shown, and the map locates dozens of tiny towns. Embellished with a strapwork cartouche featuring a pair of putti, and a large coat of arms. Spanish text on verso, published between 1659-72.
References: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #2280:2.
Condition: A
A dark impression with full contemporary color on a bright sheet with a large watermark of the god Atlas. There is minor toning along the centerfold and a pair of tiny worm holes near the center of the image.
