SLOVENIA CROATIA BALKANS MATHEUS SEUTTER 1740 LARGE ANTIQUE MAP 18TH CENTURY

Description: Title of the map:"Exactissima DUCATUS CARNIOLAE Vinidorum Marchia et Histriae, … MATTH. SEUTTER..." Large and unusual antique copper engraved map of SLOVENIA and CROATIA, by Matheus SEUTTER (1678-1757). The map is centered on Ljubljana (Laubach in the map), with Trieste and Fiume (modern day Rijeka). It extends from Palmanova, Italy to just north of Zadar, Croatia. The map is very detailed, showing the topography of the region, a lot of towns, rivers, and lakes. An inset at bottom left depicts Lake Cerknica, ancient name Czirnizer See, in southwestern Slovenia. The map is embellished with a decorative title cartouche, coat of arms, numerous angels, and compass rose. Mattheus SEUTTER began his career as an apprentice under tutelage of JB Homann. Then, he left Homann to establish his own independent cartographic publishing firm in Augsburg. He was one of the most prolific publishers of his time and was honored by the German Emperor Charles VI, with the title of "Imperial Geographer". Size with margins : 53,5 x 62 cm / 20,8 x 24,3 inches Condition : very good condition, well engraved, on strong paper. Edition : Augsburg, from "ATLAS NOVUS" 1740, XVIIIe Century. WE DON'T SELL LASER AND COPIES MAPS, ALL WE SELL IS ORIGINAL AND ANTIQUE.Due to the age an type of paper, some imperfections are to be expected. Please examine the images provided carefully, and if you have any questions please ask and we will be happy to help you.If you buy more than one item, you have to pay just one only shipping cost. We will send your item by Registered and Insured Airmail or by DHL with covering insurance. Customs may be charged on international shipments. All customs charges are the responsiblity of the buyer and are not included in the selling price.A Certificat of Authenticity can be issued on request.Visit our eBay Store.

Price: 400 USD

Location: Paris

End Time: 2024-05-02T17:26:26.000Z

Shipping Cost: 30 USD