A highly attractive copper line engraving on paper, produced to accompany Braun & Hogenberg's "Civitates Orbis Terrarum", and first published in Cologne 1575. 

Measures approx. 330 x 420 mm. Excellent condition. 

Attractive Hand Colour.

A guaranteed genuine antique map.

TRANSLATION OF CAPTION: This is Jerusalem; I have set it amid the nations and countries around her." CARTOUCHE: Jerusalem, the holy city, the most famous of Judea and the entire East, whose size and splendour marvel the imagination. COMMENTARY BY BRAUN: " The particular holiness and significance of Jerusalem stem from the divine prophecies and miracles God created in all his supreme power. Especially, however, because Christ, the Son of God, as he walked the earth, not only lived and learned mostly in this city but also accomplished many wondrous deeds: his prayers, his suffering, death, burial, resurrection, Ascension, spreading the Holy Spirit and dispatching his disciples out into the world." Whereas the first depiction of Jerusalem shows the city as described in the Old Testament, this second plate features a contemporary bird's-eye view from the otherworldly height of Kidron Valley as well as the most important sites and structures having to do with the life of Jesus and his disciples: among others, the birthplace of Mary, the Calvary and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the residences of Pontius Pilate and Herod, the place before the city gates were Stephen was stoned as well as where John the Baptist was beheaded. In the centre of the image, the Temple of Solomon is depicted - since the late 7th century, the location of the Islamic Dome of the Rock bears a crescent on its dome.

FRANS HOGENBERG

Frans Hogenberg (1535–1590) was a Flemish and German painter, engraver, and mapmaker. Hogenberg was born in Mechelen in Flanders as the son of Nicolaas Hogenberg. In 1568, he was banned from Antwerp by the Duke of Alva because he was a protestant and had printed engravings sympathizing with the Beeldenstorm. He traveled to London, where he stayed a few years before emigrating to Cologne. He is known for portraits and topographical views as well as historical allegories. He also produced scenes of contemporary historical events.

Hogenberg died in Cologne.

GEORG BRAUN

Georg Braun (also Brunus, Bruin; 1541 – 10 March 1622) was a German topo-geographer. From 1572 to 1617, he edited the Civitates orbis terrarum, which contains 546 prospects, bird's-eye views and maps of cities from all around the world. He was the principal editor of the work, he acquired the tables, hired the artists, and wrote the texts. He died as an octogenarian in 1622, as the only survivor of the original team to witness the publication of volume VI in 1617.

Braun was born and died in Cologne. His principal profession was as a Catholic cleric. He spent thirty-seven years as canon and dean at the church, St. Maria ad Gradus, in Cologne. His six-volume work was inspired by Sebastian Münster's Cosmographia. In form and layout it resembles the 1570 Theatrum orbis terrarum by Abraham Ortelius, as Ortelius was interested in a complementary companion for the Theatrum.

The Braun publication set new standards in cartography for over 100 years. Frans Hogenberg (1535–1590, from Mechelen) created the tables for volumes I through IV, and Simon van den Neuwel created those for volumes V and VI. Other contributors were Joris Hoefnagel, Jacob Hoefnagel, cartographer Daniel Freese, and Heinrich Rantzau. Works by Jacob van Deventer, Sebastian Münster, and Johannes Stumpf were also used. Primarily European cities are depicted in the publication; however, Cairo Casablanca and Mexico City as well as Cuzco on one sheet are also included in volume I, whereas Tunis is featured in volume II.f town plans, issued in six volumes between 1572 & 1617. The plans were collected from different sources, resulting in a wide range of artistic styles, and were engraved by Franz Hogenberg, with a text edited by Georg Braun. Designed as a sister publication to the Ortelius atlas, the 'Theatrum Orbis Terrarum', it included many of the earliest extant plans of many places, including London. 

An attractive copper line engraving on paper produced by Daniel Stoopendaal (1672-1726) for a Dutch Bible, Statenbijbel, the map was published circa 1700. A very decorative “Bird’s eye view” of Jerusalem surrounded by religious symbols, with an ornate elevation of Solomon’s temple at the upper border.

Measures approx. 305 x 455mm. Excellent condition, see photo.

Hand coloured.

A guaranteed genuine antique map.

A highly attractive copper line engraving on paper, produced to accompany Braun & Hogenberg’s “Civitates Orbis Terrarum”, and first published in Cologne circa 1581. There is a contemporary manuscript date of 1597 in the lower margin.

Measures approx. 315 x 400 mm. Good condition, overall age toning.

Attractive Hand Colour.

A guaranteed genuine antique map.

CARTOUCHE: Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland.

COMMENTARY BY BRAUN (on verso): “To the west of the city, a mountain with a tall cliff rises, upon which stands a castle, which is extremely secure due to its natural setting. On the side of the city to the east lies a majestic monastery to the Holy Cross and a royal palace set within an exceedingly charming garden. This city has two large streets, one paved with ashlar stone, leading from the Maidens’ Castle to the monastery and the royal palace, and the other is the highway. From the highway running from north to south, countless smaller roads branch off, all of which are lined with very tall buildings.”

Edinburgh is shown in plan view from the south, in the foreground are two figures wearing the typical style of dress of the nobility during the time of Mary, Queen of Scots. Perched atop the Castle Rock is Edinburgh Castle, indicated here as Castrum puellarum, or “Maidens’ Castle”. The origins of this designation are not known. According to one legend it can be traced back to a tradition among the Picts of holding virgins captive in the castle. Other sources refer to a legend claiming that princesses were able to live there in safety. It is also the place where King Malcolm III’s widow, later St Margaret of Scotland, allegedly resided in the 11th century. The upper, horizontal thoroughfare, the High Street (later called the Royal Mile), which leads from the Castle Rock via the Gothic church of St Giles and the town gate in the east to Holyrood abbey, can readily be identified. The guesthouse of the abbey was transformed in the 16th century into the official residence of the British Monarchy in Scotland, the Palace of Holyroodhouse, a significant architectural and historical transformation. The engraving was made after a woodcut by Raphael Holinshead, 1574. (Taschen)

FRANS HOGENBERG

Frans Hogenberg (1535–1590) was a Flemish and German painter, engraver, and mapmaker. Hogenberg was born in Mechelen in Flanders as the son of Nicolaas Hogenberg. In 1568, he was banned from Antwerp by the Duke of Alva because he was a protestant and had printed engravings sympathizing with the Beeldenstorm. He traveled to London, where he stayed a few years before emigrating to Cologne. He is known for portraits and topographical views as well as historical allegories. He also produced scenes of contemporary historical events.

Hogenberg died in Cologne.

GEORG BRAUN

Georg Braun (also Brunus, Bruin; 1541 – 10 March 1622) was a German topo-geographer. From 1572 to 1617, he edited the Civitates orbis terrarum, which contains 546 prospects, bird’s-eye views and maps of cities from all around the world. He was the principal editor of the work, he acquired the tables, hired the artists, and wrote the texts. He died as an octogenarian in 1622, as the only survivor of the original team to witness the publication of volume VI in 1617.

Braun was born and died in Cologne. His principal profession was as a Catholic cleric. He spent thirty-seven years as canon and dean at the church, St. Maria ad Gradus, in Cologne. His six-volume work was inspired by Sebastian Münster’s Cosmographia. In form and layout it resembles the 1570 Theatrum orbis terrarum by Abraham Ortelius, as Ortelius was interested in a complementary companion for the Theatrum.

The Braun publication set new standards in cartography for over 100 years. Frans Hogenberg (1535–1590, from Mechelen) created the tables for volumes I through IV, and Simon van den Neuwel created those for volumes V and VI. Other contributors were Joris Hoefnagel, Jacob Hoefnagel, cartographer Daniel Freese, and Heinrich Rantzau. Works by Jacob van Deventer, Sebastian Münster, and Johannes Stumpf were also used. Primarily European cities are depicted in the publication; however, Cairo Casablanca and Mexico City as well as Cuzco on one sheet are also included in volume I, whereas Tunis is featured in volume II.f town plans, issued in six volumes between 1572 & 1617. The plans were collected from different sources, resulting in a wide range of artistic styles, and were engraved by Franz Hogenberg, with a text edited by Georg Braun. Designed as a sister publication to the Ortelius atlas, the ‘Theatrum Orbis Terrarum’, it included many of the earliest extant plans of many places, including London.

An attractive copper line engraved map of India and Ceylon produced by Giacomo Cantelli da Vignola. The map was published by Giovanni Giacomo de Rossi in his atlas “Mercurio Geografico overo Guida Geografica in Tutte Le Parti del Mondo” Rome 1692. The map is dated 1683 in the plate.

Centred on India and Ceylon, the map also includes the Maldives and Andoman islands.There is a large decorative cartouche.

Measures 570 x 450 mm.

Excellent condition with attractive hand colour.

Giacomo Cantelli da Vignola (1643-1695) was an Italian cartographer and engraver. He joined the retinue of Count Rinieri Marescotti, and whilst travelling with the Count, met the publisher Giovanni Giacomo de Rossi, who became his partner. He eventually became court geographer to Reggio Francesco II d’Este, Duke of Modena. Founded in 1633, the de Rossi printing press was the most important and prolific in Rome during the seventeenth century.

An attractive copper line engraved map of the Malay Peninsula engraved by Franciscus Donia-Messis, after a drawing by Giacomo Cantelli da Vignola. The map was published by Giovanni Giacomo de Rossi in his atlas “Mercurio Geografico overo Guida Geografica in Tutte Le Parti del Mondo” Rome 1692. The map is dated 1683 in the plate.

Centred on the Malay Peninsula, the map delineates the individual kingdoms and shows “Sincapura” as an island. The map extends to include the Bay of Bengal, Cambodia, Cochin china, southeast China and Sumatra. There is a large decorative cartouche.

Measures 555 x 430 mm.

Excellent condition with original outline hand colour.

Giacomo Cantelli da Vignola (1643-1695) was an Italian cartographer and engraver. He joined the retinue of Count Rinieri Marescotti, and whilst travelling with the Count, met the publisher Giovanni Giacomo de Rossi, who became his partner. He eventually became court geographer to Reggio Francesco II d’Este, Duke of Modena. Founded in 1633, the de Rossi printing press was the most important and prolific in Rome during the seventeenth century.

A rather scarce copper engraved map by the English engraver John Luffman,1766-1820 (fl.). There is a pencil annotation in the margin noting that it comes from the “Atlas of Europe” 1814. I Haven’t been able to locate another example of the map, or evidence of the atlas. Seemingly a scarce map with original colour.

Measures 230 x 190 mm. 

Excellent condition, see photo. 

Original hand colour.

A guaranteed genuine antique map.

Decorative copper line engraving on paper engraved by Andre and published by Rigobert Bonne. The present map was published in Paris circa, 1787.

Engraved surface measures approx. 235 x 345 mm. Good condition. Some usual age related marks.

Attractive hand colour.

A guaranteed genuine antique map.

RIGOBERT BONNE

Rigobert Bonne (6 October 1727 – 2 September 1794) was a French cartographer, widely considered to be one of the most important cartographers of the late 18th century.

In 1773 Bonne succeeded Jacques Nicolas Bellin as Royal Cartographer to France in the office of the Hydrographer at the Depôt de la Marine. Working in his official capacity, Bonne compiled some of the most detailed and accurate maps of the period. Bonne’s work represents an important step in the evolution of the cartographic ideology away from the decorative work of the 17th and early 18th century towards a more detail oriented and practical aesthetic. With regard to the rendering of terrain Bonne maps bear many stylistic similarities to those of his predecessor, Bellin. However, Bonne maps generally abandon such common 18th century decorative features such as hand coloring, elaborate decorative cartouches, and compass roses.

While mostly focusing on coastal regions, the work of Bonne is highly regarded for its detail, historical importance, and overall aesthetic appeal.