Subject: Western Poland
Period: 1644 (circa)
Publication: Theatrum Orbis Terrarum
Color: Hand Color
Size:
20 x 16.4 inches
50.8 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. Latin text on verso, published between 1644-55.
References: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #2920:2.
Condition: A
A nice impression with full contemporary color on a sheet with minor toning and soiling along the edges.