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272. "Ottoman Empire" Map, by Willem Janszoon Blaeu, Amsterdam, circa 1658
Starting price
Pretul de pornire si cel estimat nu sunt preturi de vanzare efective
EUR 200
Sold
Pretul de pornire si cel estimat nu sunt preturi de vanzare efective
EUR 250
Session
Tue, 7 October 2025 12:00
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The Dutch cartographer Willem Janszoon Blaeu (1571-1638) founded in 1599 a printing enterprise specializing in the publication of maps and globes. In 1633, he was appointed cartographer for the Dutch East India Company. His most known and appreciated work was "Theatrum Orbis Terrarum" first published in 1635 in six volumes. After Blaeu's death in 1638, his sons, Joan and Cornelis, continued their father's work, expanding it. This piece is part of an edition that appeared around 1658. In the bottom left corner is a decorative cartouche depicting Sultan Suleiman I on the throne. Hand-colored copper engraving after printing.
Dimensions
width 61.5 cm, height 52.5 cm
Description
copper engraving, hand-colored laid paper
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Detalii
The Dutch cartographer Willem Janszoon Blaeu (1571-1638) founded in 1599 a printing enterprise specializing in the publication of maps and globes. In 1633, he was appointed cartographer for the Dutch East India Company. His most known and appreciated work was "Theatrum Orbis Terrarum" first published in 1635 in six volumes. After Blaeu's death in 1638, his sons, Joan and Cornelis, continued their father's work, expanding it. This piece is part of an edition that appeared around 1658. In the bottom left corner is a decorative cartouche depicting Sultan Suleiman I on the throne. Hand-colored copper engraving after printing.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For clarifications regarding the bidding procedure, hammer price costs, guarantee, payment, and collection terms for the winning lot, we recommend carefully reading/re-reading the Bidding Regulations.
For additional information regarding the lot and the auction, please contact the Art Consultants Department.
Dimensions
width 61.5 cm, height 52.5 cm
Description
copper engraving, hand-colored laid paper
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