Description: Original 1635 Antique Map of the northern French Beauvais Region by Willem Blaeu M-6530: “COMITATVS BELLOVACVM…” Amsterdam: Willem J. Blaeu, c. 1635 from the first edition of the Atlas Novus. Fine engraved map with original hand-coloring. Verso text: Latin. Sheet Size: 20 x 23.75 inches, Image Size: 15 x 19.5 inches. This very attractive early 17th century map depicts the Beauvais Region in northern France. Beauvais is probably best known for its tapestry factory, which in the17th and 18th centuries produced tapestries of exceptionally high quality.Most towns, cities, forests, and waterways are identified. The colorful title cartouche and gentleman holding a stadia rod (lower left), further enhances the map. Blaeu was founder of the leading 17th century Dutch cartographic firm. “The achievements of the firms of Blaeu were remarkable, & the palm for supremacy in map production in any age must be awarded to the Blaeu” (Tooley: Maps & Map-Makers, p. 33). This is an original map about 390 years old, not a reproduction. It is in nice antiquarian condition as seen in the photos. Center fold as issued. Verso (back) is Latin text. It comes with a certificate of authenticity. We have been full-time dealers in Illuminated Manuscripts, Maps, Prints and Antiquities since 1980.
Price: 149 USD
Location: Akron, Ohio
End Time: 2024-12-11T01:50:51.000Z
Shipping Cost: 12.95 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Date Range: 1600-1699
Type: Atlas Map
Format: Large Folio
Printing Technique: Copper plate Engraved
Year: 1635
Cartographer/Publisher: Willem and Joan Blaeu
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
City: Beauvais
Country/Region: France
