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Antique Map of the Region of Île de France by Janssonius, 1657

$510.42
£378.09
€425
CA$698.39
A$759.90
CHF 402.36
MX$9,142.11
NOK 5,109.04
SEK 4,674.42
DKK 3,238.85

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Antique map of France titled 'Ager Parisiensis vulgo l'Isle de France'. Old map of Paris and adjacent regions. This map originates from 'Atlas Novus, Sive Theatrum Orbis Orbis Terrarum: In quo Galliae, Helvetiae (..)' by J. Janssonius (1656-1657). Artists and Engravers: Johannes Janssonius also known as Jan Jansson (1588-1664) was born in Arnhem, Netherlands. His father was a bookseller and publisher (Jan Janszoon the Elder). When he married the daughter of the cartographer Jodocus Hondius he also set up a business as book publisher in Amsterdam. His first map was published in 1616. Around 15 years later he set up a partnership with his brother in law Hondius add issued further editions of the Mercator/Hondius atlas. After his death his heirs still have published several maps. Many of his plates have been acquired by Pieter Schenk and Gerard Valk. Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Minor foxing, Latin text on verso. Please study image carefully. Date: 1657 Overall size: 60 x 50 cm. Image size: 46 x 33 cm. We sell original antique maps to collectors, historians, educators and interior decorators all over the world. Our collection includes a wide range of authentic antique maps from the 16th to the 20th centuries. Buying and collecting antique maps is a tradition that goes back hundreds of years. Antique maps have proved a richly rewarding investment over the past decade, thanks to a growing appreciation of their unique historical appeal. Today the decorative qualities of antique maps are widely recognized by interior designers who appreciate their beauty and design flexibility. Depending on the individual map, presentation, and context, a rare or antique map can be modern, traditional, abstract, figurative, serious or whimsical. We offer a wide range of authentic antique maps for any budget.
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    Height: 19.69 in (50 cm)Width: 23.63 in (60 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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    1657
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    Langweer, NL
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    Seller: BG-12082-141stDibs: LU3054327829762

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