Roadways of Europe Weimar Germany France Italy 1919-35 linen backed large map

Roadways of Europe Weimar Germany France Italy 1919-35 linen backed large map

Roadways of Europe Weimar Germany France Italy 1919-35 linen backed large map

Roadways of Europe Weimar Germany France Italy 1919-35 linen backed large map

Roadways of Europe Weimar Germany France Italy 1919-35 linen backed large map

Roadways of Europe Weimar Germany France Italy 1919-35 linen backed large map

Roadways of Europe Weimar Germany France Italy 1919-35 linen backed large map

Roadways of Europe Weimar Germany France Italy 1919-35 linen backed large map

The Principal Motor Roads of Europe and Northern Africa. (Old Maps, Europe, North Africa, British Isles, France, Italy, Germany, Low Countries, Morocco, Algeria, Czechoslovakia, Hungary, Austria). Early 20th century color lithographed linen-backed oversize map segmented into panels as issued. Map displays Europe & North Africa between the World Wars. The key notes roads which were then closed, likely due to the First World War. Well preserved, nice looking example with pleasing age patina. Folded map measures c. 10 1/2″ H x 7 1/4″ W. Unfolded map measures c. Cartographic Reference(s): Tooley’s. Roadways of Europe Weimar Germany France Italy 1919-35 linen backed large map. This item is in the category “Antiques\Maps, Atlases & Globes\Europe Maps”. The seller is “oldmapsoldbooks” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, New Zealand, Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Wallis and Futuna, Gambia, Malaysia, Taiwan, Poland, Oman, Suriname, United Arab Emirates, Kenya, Argentina, Guinea-Bissau, Armenia, Uzbekistan, Bhutan, Senegal, Togo, Ireland, Qatar, Burundi, Netherlands, Iraq, Slovakia, Slovenia, Equatorial Guinea, Thailand, Aruba, Sweden, Iceland, Macedonia, Belgium, Israel, Kuwait, Liechtenstein, Benin, Algeria, Antigua and Barbuda, Italy, Swaziland, Tanzania, Pakistan, Burkina Faso, Panama, Singapore, Kyrgyzstan, Switzerland, Djibouti, Chile, China, Mali, Botswana, Republic of Croatia, Cambodia, Indonesia, Portugal, Malta, Tajikistan, Vietnam, Cayman Islands, Paraguay, Saint Helena, Cyprus, Seychelles, Rwanda, Bangladesh, Australia, Austria, Sri Lanka, Gabon Republic, Zimbabwe, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Norway, Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Kiribati, Turkmenistan, Grenada, Greece, Haiti, Greenland, Yemen, Afghanistan, Montenegro, Mongolia, Nepal, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Hungary, Angola, Western Samoa, France, Mozambique, Namibia, Peru, Denmark, Guatemala, Solomon Islands, Vatican City State, Sierra Leone, Nauru, Anguilla, El Salvador, Dominican Republic, Cameroon, Guyana, Azerbaijan Republic, Macau, Georgia, Tonga, San Marino, Eritrea, Saint Kitts-Nevis, Morocco, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Mauritania, Belize, Philippines, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of the Congo, Colombia, Spain, Estonia, Bermuda, Montserrat, Zambia, South Korea, Vanuatu, Ecuador, Albania, Ethiopia, Monaco, Niger, Laos, Ghana, Cape Verde Islands, Moldova, Madagascar, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, Lebanon, Liberia, Bolivia, Maldives, Gibraltar, Hong Kong, Central African Republic, Lesotho, Nigeria, Mauritius, Saint Lucia, Jordan, Guinea, Canada, Turks and Caicos Islands, Chad, Andorra, Romania, Costa Rica, India, Mexico, Serbia, Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia, Japan, Lithuania, Trinidad and Tobago, Malawi, Nicaragua, Finland, Tunisia, Luxembourg, Uganda, Brazil, Turkey, Germany, Egypt, Latvia, Jamaica, South Africa, Brunei Darussalam, Honduras.
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MDCCLXXL Mons D'anville Old Map Germany France Italy Spain British Isles 1794

MDCCLXXL Mons D'anville Old Map Germany France Italy Spain British Isles 1794

MDCCLXXL Mons D'anville Old Map Germany France Italy Spain British Isles 1794

MDCCLXXL Mons D'anville Old Map Germany France Italy Spain British Isles 1794

MDCCLXXL Mons D'anville Old Map Germany France Italy Spain British Isles 1794

MDCCLXXL Mons D'anville Old Map Germany France Italy Spain British Isles 1794

MDCCLXXL Mons D'anville Old Map Germany France Italy Spain British Isles 1794

MDCCLXXL Mons D'anville Old Map Germany France Italy Spain British Isles 1794

MDCCLXXL Mons D'anville Old Map Germany France Italy Spain British Isles 1794

MDCCLXXL Mons D'anville Old Map Germany France Italy Spain British Isles 1794

MDCCLXXL Mons D'anville Old Map Germany France Italy Spain British Isles 1794

MDCCLXXL MONS D’ANVILLE OLD MAP GERMANY FRANCE ITALY SPAIN BRITISH ISLES 1794. GERMANY, FRANCE, ITALY, SPAIN, BRITISH ISLES. In an intermediate Century between Antient and Modern Geography. Of the R Academy of Belles Letters of the Acadamy of Sciences of Petersburg, Secretary to H. The Duke of Orleans. Published 12th May 1794. By LAURIE & WHITTLE. 53 FLEET STREET LONDON. Size of frame: 27.5″ x 24 1/4″ x 1. This item is in the category “Antiques\Maps, Atlases & Globes\Europe Maps”. The seller is “usa*sales” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Date Range: 1700-1799
  • Type: ANTIENT AND MODERN GEOGRAPHY
  • Year: 1794
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
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West Europe Spain France Germany 1789 Map 34132

Das westliche und suedliche Europa. Reilly, Franz Johann von. Original light outline and wash color. Clean image on very heavy, laid white paper (blank verso) with a deep impression. Measurements are of the image — page size with margins is larger. Absolutely guaranteed genuine, original copperplate engraving ca 215 years old. All items are absolutely guaranteed genuine as described. We are members of the American Philatelic Society (APS), are rated A+ by the USA Better Business Bureau, and have been a Colorado corporation (dba Gothic Stamps, Inc) since 1995. International Buyers Please Note. This item is in the category “Antiques\Maps, Atlases & Globes\Europe Maps”. The seller is “germanpostalhistory” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
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18th Century FFoldout Map of Toulan France Germany Netherlands 1747 Magazine

18th Century FFoldout Map of Toulan France Germany Netherlands 1747 Magazine

18th Century FFoldout Map of Toulan France Germany Netherlands 1747 Magazine

18th Century FFoldout Map of Toulan France Germany Netherlands 1747 Magazine

18th Century FFoldout Map of Toulan France Germany Netherlands 1747 Magazine

18th Century FFoldout Map of Toulan France Germany Netherlands 1747 Magazine

18th Century FFoldout Map of Toulan France Germany Netherlands 1747 Magazine

18th Century FFoldout Map of Toulan France Germany Netherlands 1747 Magazine

18th Century FFoldout Map of Toulan France Germany Netherlands 1747 Magazine

18th Century FFoldout Map of Toulan France – Germany – Netherlands 1747 Magazine. (Note: additional images are located below the description). Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper. THE GENTLEMAN’S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1747. Foldout map of France. Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the very nice foldout map titled in the cartouche: FRANCE With Its Acquired Territories In Germany, and the Netherlands… This map shows considerable detail including a close-up view of the harbor & town of Toulon. The map also shows the southern portion of England and just a bit of Corsica, Spain, and Ireland. This map folds out to measure 11 1/4 by 9 1/2 inches, is a bit irregular at the left margin but no loss, and a few discrete archival mends to the reverse not noticeable on the front. Near the back is the “Historical Chronicle” with various news reports of the day, including an Extract of a Letter from Cape Breton which is in Canada (see) and some reports on the trial of Lord Lovat. There is also: A Description of the Town and Harbour of Louisbourgh, on the Island of Cape Breton… Which takes a full column. Complete in 52 pages, 5 1/2 by 8 3/4 inches with wide untrimmed margins, full title/contents page with an engraving of St. John’s Gate, very nice condition. A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the “mother country” with a wide range of varied content. This was the first periodical to use the word “magazine” in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Please Note: All of our offerings are 100% authentic! We do not offer reprints or reproductions of any kind. They are guaranteed to be original! For this specific item, A U. The per-item additional cost for folders, portfolios, and presentation cases vary. We will still provide tracking and insure them at our expense. Please check with your country’s. We have been dealers in rare newspapers for over 46 years, serve as consultants to multiple museums, and are members of the American Antiquarian Society. More Information About Us. Timothy Hughes Rare Newspapers P. Desiring to conduct ourselves honorably in all things. Were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers, or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter. This item is in the category “Antiques\Maps, Atlases & Globes\Europe Maps”. The seller is “timhu” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Item Number: 640453
  • Content: rare antique ephemera newspapers old history early
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Antique Map of the Rhine River regions of France and Germany

A New Map of the Circles of the Upper and Lower Rhine From the Latest Authorities. Date: 1799 (Published) London (1 August 1799). Dimensions: 18 x 20 inches (45.7 cm x 50.8 cm). This is an authentic hand-colored antique map by the prominent cartographer John Cary covering an area from Westphalia and Lower Saxony in the north to France and Swabia in the south. Cities, towns, and small villages, palaces, forts and roads are denoted as are natural features such as forests, lakes and rivers. This is one of the finest maps of the area of its time. Condition: This map is in A condition, with delicate original hand coloring and wide borders all around. This item is in the category “Antiques\Maps, Atlases & Globes\Europe Maps”. The seller is “newworldcartographic” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South Africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Republic of Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Panama, Trinidad and Tobago, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Kitts-Nevis, Saint Lucia, Montserrat, Turks and Caicos Islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei Darussalam, Bolivia, Ecuador, Egypt, French Guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman Islands, Liechtenstein, Sri Lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macau, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Peru, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Vietnam, Chile.
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
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1846 Spruner Antique Historical Map France Germany Bavaria Battlefield Gollheim

1846 Spruner Antique Historical Map France Germany Bavaria Battlefield Gollheim

1846 Spruner Antique Historical Map France Germany Bavaria Battlefield Gollheim

THIS IS AN ANTIQUE MAP OVER 170 YEARS OLD. This is from a series of maps produced for. Historisch-Geographischer, Hand-Atlas Zur Geschicte Der Staaten Europa’s Vom Aufang Des Mitteltalters Bis Auf Die Neueste. Atlas of European Countries by Karl Von Spruner (Dr Charles De SPRUNER) Printed in Germany by Justus Perthes – 1846. THIS LISTING IS FOR THE SINGLE MAP SHOWN. Maps are hand painted in original outline color. The text on this maps is German Approximate size of map: 17 1/2 inches x 14 inches 440mm x 360mm. Please message with any questions regarding this item. BEST OFFERS PLEASE FOR A QUICK SALE AT A FAIR PRICE If you like the item, but do not like the price, then make a realistic offer to us using the MAKE OFFER BUTTON. This item is in the category “Antiques\Maps, Atlases & Globes\Europe Maps”. The seller is “printsandmaps” and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.
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1843 Large Post Road Transportation Map Germany Post-Reise-Karte von Deutschland

A large-format 1843 post-road and transportation map of the German Confederation. This is a decorative, large-format transportation map of the German Confederation. More than a simple map of the territory, it offers a variety of interesting features, including small engraved railway scenes in the upper corners and steamship scenes in the lower corners. Additionally, important post-road routes are highlighted throughout the map. The German Confederation was an association of thirty-nine German-speaking states in Central Europe, created by the Congress of Vienna in 1815 to coordinate the economies of separate German-speaking countries and to replace the former Holy Roman Empire, which had been dissolved in 1806. Piloty & Loehle were lithographic printers and publishers, operating in Munich in the mid-19th century. Condition is very good. Scattered foxing and minor soiling. Mounted on linen and divided into segments, folding into original slipcase, which is worn but intact. Dimensions: 98 x 116 cm (38.5 x 45.5 in). We are always happy to consider reasonable offers. This item is in the category “Antiques\Maps, Atlases & Globes\Europe Maps”. The seller is “neatlinemaps” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Cartographer/Publisher: Piloty & Loehle
  • Printing Technique: Lithography
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Format: Folding Map
  • Year: 1843
  • Date Range: 1800-1899
  • Country/Region: Germany, Denmark, Switzerland, Czech Republic, France
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1764 Zannoni Map France Ancient Gaule 5th c. Aquitania Paris Germany Holland

1764 Zannoni Map France Ancient Gaule 5th c. Aquitania Paris Germany Holland

1764 Zannoni Map France Ancient Gaule 5th c. Aquitania Paris Germany Holland

An Original Antique Map: Not a Reproduction! Description: It is an original antique map with elaborate decorative border, original handcoloring and a centerfold as issued. The map is well documented in the cartouche which states that it is by Rizzi-Zannoni, de l’Academie Royale de Sciences et Belles Lettres de Gottinque [University of Gottingen, Germany]. Dated 1764 on the map. The map was published in the Atlas Historique de la France Ancienne et Moderne (Paris: Desnos, 1766), a copy of the original title page is included for authenticity. Size: The map image area between the neat lines measures approximately 10×11 inches (25x28cm) on a 11 1/2 x15 (29x38cm) page. Condition: Very Good condition for its age, approximately 10×11 inches (25x28cm) on a 11 1/2 x15 (29x38cm) page, blank on reverse, with original handcoloring and a centerfold as issued. There are a couple of minor light smudges in the margin and slight soft bends on the upper corners not affecting the map area, otherwise it is very clean with beautiful color on a strong flexible cotton page with the copper plate printing marks embossed in the margins. Overall, a very nice example for its age, see the pics for more on condition. Check out my other items. Be sure to add me to your favorites list. This item is in the category “Antiques\Maps, Atlases & Globes\Europe Maps”. The seller is “c574778″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Cartographer/Publisher: Rizzi Zannoni
  • Printing Technique: Copper Plate
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Format: Atlas Map
  • Type: Political Map
  • Year: 1764
  • Date Range: 1700-1799
  • City: Paris
  • Country/Region: Belgium, France, Germany, Holland
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1628 Gerard Mercator Antique Map Lotharingia Region Netherlands Germany France

1628 Gerard Mercator Antique Map Lotharingia Region Netherlands Germany France

1628 Gerard Mercator Antique Map Lotharingia Region Netherlands Germany France

1628 Gerard Mercator Antique Map Lotharingia Region Netherlands Germany France

Per Geradum Mercatorem Cum Privilegio. Mercator, Gerard 1512-94. 21in x 17in (530mm x 430mm). (A) Very Good Condition. This original copper plate engraved antique map of the historical region of Lotharingia region of present-day Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, North Rhine-Westphalia (Germany), Rhineland-Palatinate (Germany), Saarland (Germany), and Lorraine (France) by Gerard Mercator was published by Henricus Hondius in the early 1628 French edition of Gerard Mercators Atlas. These maps, published in the early editions of Mercators atlas, are the original maps drawn and engraved by Gerald Mercator in the mid to late 16th century, published by his son Rumold as an atlas, after his death, in 1595. Paper thickness and quality: – Heavy and stable Paper color : – off white Age of map color: – Colors used: – General color appearance: – Paper size: – 21in x 17in (530mm x 430mm) Plate size: – 20in x 15in (510mm x 380mm) Margins: – Min 1/2in (12mm). Margins: – Age toning Plate area: – Age toning Verso: – Age toning. Background: Lotharingia was a medieval successor kingdom of the Carolingian Empire, comprising the present-day Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, North Rhine-Westphalia (Germany), Rhineland-Palatinate (Germany), Saarland (Germany), and Lorraine (France). It was named after King Lothair II who received this territory after the kingdom of Middle Francia of his father Lothair I was divided among his sons in 855. Lotharingia was born out of the tripartite division in 855 of the kingdom of Middle Francia, which itself was formed after the threefold division of the Carolingian Empire by the Treaty of Verdun of 843. Conflict between East and West Francia over Lotharingia was based on the fact that these were the old Frankish homelands of Austrasia, so possession of them was of great prestige. Mercator, Gerard 1512-94 For nearly sixty years, during the most important and exciting period in the story of modern map making, Gerard Mercator was the supreme cartographer, his name, second only to Ptolemy, synonymous with the form of map projection still in use today. Although not the inventor of this type of projection he was the first to apply it to navigational charts in such a form that compass bearings could be plotted on charts in straight lines, thereby providing seamen with a solution to an age-old problem of navigation at sea. His influence transformed land surveying and his researches and calculations led him to break away from Ptolemy\\\’s conception of the size and outline of the Continents, drastically reducing the longitudinal length of Europe and Asia and altering the shape of the Old World as visualized in the early sixteenth century. Mercator was born in Rupelmonde in Flanders and studied in Louvain under Gemma Frisius, Dutch writer, astronomer and mathematician. He established himself there as a cartographer and instrument and globe maker, and when he was twenty-five drew and engraved his first map (of Palestine) and went on to produce a map of Flanders (1540) supervising the surveying and completing the drafting and engraving himself. The excellence of his work brought him the patronage of Charles V for whom he constructed a globe, but in spite of his favor with the Emperor he was caught up in the persecution of Lutheran Protestants and charged with heresy, fortunately without serious consequences. No doubt the fear of further persecution influenced his move in 1552 to Duisburg, where he continued the production of maps, globes and instruments culminating in large-scale maps of Europe (1554), the British Isles (1564) and the famous World Map on 18 sheets drawn to his new projection (1569). All these early maps are exceedingly rare, some being known by only one copy. In later life he devoted himself to his edition of the maps in Ptolemy\\\’s Geographia, reproduced in his own engraving as nearly as possible in their original form, and to the preparation of his 3-volume collection of maps to which, for the first time, the word \\\’Atlas\\\’ was applied. The word was chosen, he wrote, \\\’to honor the Titan, Atlas, King of Mauritania, a learned philosopher, mathematician, and astronomer\\\’. The first two parts of the Atlas were published in 1585 and 1589 and the third, with the first two making a complete edition, in 1595 the year after Mercator\\\’s death. Mercator\\\’s sons and grandsons were all cartographers and made their contributions in various ways to the great atlas. Rumold, in particular, was responsible for the complete edition in 1595. After a second complete edition in 1602, the map plates were bought in 1604 by Jodocus Hondius who, with his sons, Jodocus II and Henricus, published enlarged editions which dominated the map market for the following twenty to thirty years. Please note all items auctioned are genuine, we do not sell reproductions. A Certificate of Authenticity (COA) can be issued on request. What is an Antique Map. The word Antique in the traditional sense refers to an item that is more than a hundred years old. The majority of antique maps for sale today come from books or atlases and have survived due to the protection offered by the hardback covers. The first thing to determine when staring a collection or purchasing an item, is what is important to you. Most collectors prefer to build their collections around a theme. You may decide to collect maps from one region or country, charting its development through time. Similarly you could collect maps of one particular period in time, by type i. Sea or celestial charts or by cartographer. The collector might also want to consider the theme of cartographical misconceptions such as California as an island or Australia as Terra Australis or the Great Southern Land. The subject is so wide that any would-be-collector has almost endless possibilities to find his own little niche within the field, and thereby build a rewarding collection. Starting a collection & pricing. Pricing is based on a number of different factors, the most important of which is regional. In any series of maps the most valuable are usually the World Map and the America/North America. The World because it is usually the most decorative and America because it has the strongest regional market. Other factors that come into play re: price is rarity, age, size, historical importance, decorative value (colour) and overall condition and quality of paper it is printed on. As specialised dealers, we frequently work with first time map buyers who are just starting their collection. Classical Images was founded 1998 and has built an excellent reputation for supplying high quality original antiquarian maps, historical atlases, antique books and prints. We carry an extensive inventory of antiquarian collectibles from the 15th to 19th century. Our collection typically includes rare books and decorative antique maps and prints by renowned cartographers, authors and engravers. Specific items not listed may be sourced on request. Classical Images adheres to the Codes of Ethics outlined by the Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America (ABAA). We are a primarily an online based enterprise, however our inventory may be viewed by appointment. Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter. This item is in the category “Antiques\Maps, Atlases & Globes\Europe Maps”. The seller is “searching01″ and is located in this country: AU. 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1611 Philipp Cluver Antique Map The Netherlands, Belgium, parts France & Germany

Germaniae Cisrhenanae ut interl. Caesaris et Traiani suit imperii Scaldis item Mosae ac Rheni ostiorum antiqua Descriptio. Cluver, Philipp 1580 – 1622. 11 1/2in x 11 1/2in (295mm x 295mm). (A+) Fine Condition. This fine original wood-block engraved antique map of The Netherlands, Belgium, Northern France and parts of Western Germany was published in the 1611 edition of Philip Cluvers first publication Commentarius de tribus Rheni alveis, et ostiis; item. De Quinque populis quondam accolis; scilicet de Toxandris, Batavis, Caninefatibus, Frisiis, ac Marsacis. (Ref: King; Tooley; M&B). Paper thickness and quality: – Heavy and stable Paper color : – off white Age of map color: – Colors used: – General color appearance: – Paper size: – 11 1/2in x 11 1/2in (295mm x 295mm) Plate size: – 10in x 10in (255mm x 255mm) Margins: – Min 1/2in (12mm). Margins: – Light age toning to left & right margins Plate area: – None Verso: – None. Background: Clüver was an antiquary, who was given a special appointment at Leiden as geographer and put in charge of the university\’s library, but his lifes project, it developed, was a general study of the geography of Antiquity, based not only on classical literary sources, but – and this was his contribution – supplemented by wide travels and local inspections. He became virtually the founder of historical geography. Clüvers first work, in 1611, concerning the lower reaches of the Rhine and its tribal inhabitants in Roman times Commentarius de tribus Rheni alveis, et ostiis; item. De Quinque populis quondam accolis; scilicet de Toxandris, Batavis, Caninefatibus, Frisiis, ac Marsacis touched a source of national pride among the Seventeen Provinces, for the Dutch were enjoying a twelve years truce in their Eighty Years War of liberation. Cluver, Philipp 1580 – 1622 Clüver – also Klüwer, Cluwer, or Cluvier, Latinized as Philippus Cluverius and Philippi Cluverii – was an Early Modern German geographer and historian. Clüver was born in Danzig (Gdansk), in Royal Prussia, a province of the Kingdom of Poland. After spending some time at the Polish court of Sigismund III Vasa, he began the study of law at the University of Leiden (Dutch Republic), but soon he turned his attention to history and geography, which were then taught there by Joseph Scaliger. Clüver received science education from his father, who was Münzmeister at Danzig (coin master), but when Clüver went into different studies, his father stopped supporting his studies. He therefore travelled from Leiden across Hungary to Bohemia, where he did military service for a few years. While in Bohemia, he translated into Latin a defense by Baron Popel Lobkowitz, who was imprisoned. Upon his return to Leiden, he faced sanctions by the imperial (Habsburg) authorities for this, which however he could avoid with the help of his Leiden friends. Clüver also travelled in England, Scotland, and France. He did all travel on foot, finally returning to Leiden, where (after 1616) he received a regular pension from the university. He died in Leiden. Clüver was an antiquary, who was given a special appointment at Leiden as geographer and put in charge of the university\\\’s library, but his lifes project, it developed, was a general study of the geography of Antiquity, based not only on classical literary sources, but – and this was his contribution – supplemented by wide travels and local inspections. Clüver\\\’s first work, in 1611, concerning the lower reaches of the Rhine and its tribal inhabitants in Roman times Commentarius de tribus Rheni alveis, et ostiis; item. De Quinque populis quondam accolis; scilicet de Toxandris, Batavis, Caninefatibus, Frisiis, ac Marsacis touched a source of national pride among the Seventeen Provinces, for the Dutch were enjoying a twelve years\\\’ truce in their Eighty Years War of liberation. Clüvers Germaniae antiquae libri tres (Leiden, 1616) depends on Tacitus and other Latin authors. His Introductio in universam geographiam, totally 6 parts, (published posthumously from 1624) was the first comprehensive modern geography, and became a standard geographical textbook. Clüver was also a prolific a writer on mathematical and theological subjects. He is remembered by collectors and historians of cartography for his edition of Ptolemys Geographia (based on Mercator\\\’s edition of 1578) and for miniature atlases that were reprinted for most of the 17th century. Many of his maps were etched for him by Petrus Bertius. What is an Antique Map. The word Antique in the traditional sense refers to an item that is more than a hundred years old. The majority of antique maps for sale today come from books or atlases and have survived due to the protection offered by the hardback covers. The first thing to determine when staring a collection or purchasing an item, is what is important to you. Most collectors prefer to build their collections around a theme. You may decide to collect maps from one region or country, charting its development through time. Similarly you could collect maps of one particular period in time, by type i. Sea or celestial charts or by cartographer. The collector might also want to consider the theme of cartographical misconceptions such as California as an island or Australia as Terra Australis or the Great Southern Land. The subject is so wide that any would-be-collector has almost endless possibilities to find his own little niche within the field, and thereby build a rewarding collection. Starting a collection & pricing. Pricing is based on a number of different factors, the most important of which is regional. In any series of maps the most valuable are usually the World Map and the America/North America. The World because it is usually the most decorative and America because it has the strongest regional market. Other factors that come into play re: price is rarity, age, size, historical importance, decorative value (colour) and overall condition and quality of paper it is printed on. As specialised dealers, we frequently work with first time map buyers who are just starting their collection. Classical Images was founded 1998 and has built an excellent reputation for supplying high quality original antiquarian maps, historical atlases, antique books and prints. We carry an extensive inventory of antiquarian collectibles from the 15th to 19th century. Our collection typically includes rare books and decorative antique maps and prints by renowned cartographers, authors and engravers. Specific items not listed may be sourced on request. Classical Images adheres to the Codes of Ethics outlined by the Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America (ABAA). We are a primarily an online based enterprise, however our inventory may be viewed by appointment. Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter. This item is in the category “Antiques\Maps, Atlases & Globes\Europe Maps”. The seller is “searching01″ and is located in this country: AU. This item can be shipped worldwide.
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