Engraving Gerard: Signed (6 results)

Original antique copper engraving, uncolored, from the Mercator Atlas, published in Amsterdam, 1632. Depicting Sardinia, this map is a fine example of 1630s European cartography. Image: 18.6 x 12,9 cm (7.25 x 5 inches). An attractive and historically significant 17th-century map for the discerning collector. Gerard Mercator (15121594) was a Flemish cartographer and mathematician, celebrated as one of the most influential figures in the history of mapmaking. Born in Rupelmonde, he developed the Mercator projection in 1569a cylindrical map projection that became the standard for nautical navigation and remains widely used today. His monumental 'Atlas sive Cosmographicae Meditationes de Fabrica Mundi' (1595), completed posthumously by his son Rumold, introduced the word 'Atlas' to cartography. Mercator's regional maps of Italy were refined and re-engraved for multiple editions of his atlas throughout the 17th century, offering collectors both scholarly precision and decorative elegance. His maps are held at the Royal Library of Belgium, the Bibliothèque nationale de France, and major university collections worldwide.This is an engraved map of the island of Sardinia. This old map was published first in the so-called Cloppenburgh editions which was a competive edition with new engraved maps in a larger format. Most of the maps were engraved by Pieter van den Keere. The Cloppenburgh edition was continued for a couple of years but seems to have been suppressed after 1636. This is another Cloppenburgh edition, now with Latin text. The maps from the Appendix have been incorporated. The title-page is followed by a dedication to Prince Frederik Hendrik, dated 1632 and signed by Johannes Cloppenburgh. (Koeman Atlantes Neerlandici).A fine example from Mercator Atlas / Cosmographicae Meditationes, Amsterdam, sought after by collectors of antique maps of Italy, antique maps of Sardinia, and antique copper engraving, uncoloreds for sale. In good condition consistent with age. Light age-toning to the sheet, as expected for a 17th-century engraving. Centerfold as published. In very good to excellent condition. 18.6 x 12,9 cm (7.25 x 5 inches).…

Other. Copper Engraving, uncolored by Mercator, Gerard, published 1632 by I.E. Cloppenburgh, Amsterdam. Image size: 190 by 257mm (7 by 10 inches). By Gerard Mercator the most celebrated name in the entire history of cartography. Gerard Mercator (15121594) was the most influential cartographer in the history of Western mapping. His 1569 world map introducing the Mercator projection in which rhumb lines appear as straight lines revolutionized navigation and remains the basis of most world maps today. His posthumously completed Atlas sive cosmographicae meditationes (1595) introduced the word 'atlas' to describe a bound collection of maps. Mercator's maps of individual regions, including his celebrated depictions of the Americas and New Spain, were engraved to the highest standard of the 16th century and were republished throughout the 17th century in the renowned Amsterdam atlas tradition. Maps bearing Mercator's name are among the most historically significant antique maps that can be acquired, representing the very foundation of modern cartography.The map shows the south west part of Mexico. This is the first so-called Cloppenburgh editions which was a competive edition with new engraved maps in a larger format. Most of the maps were engraved by Pieter van den Keere. The Cloppenburgh edition was continued for a couple of years but seems to have been suppressed after 1636. This is another Cloppenburgh edition, now with Latin text. The maps from the Appendix have been incorporated. The title-page is followed by a dedication to Prince Frederik Hendrik, dated 1632 and signed by Johannes Cloppenburgh. (Koeman Atlantes Neerlandici). Netherlands. Koeman, ME 200 In excellent condition. 190 by 257mm (7 by 10 inches). 190 by 257mm (7 by 10 inches).…

Other. Original antique copper engraving, uncolored, from the Mercator Atlas, published in Amsterdam, 1632. Depicting Rome & Latium, this map is a fine example of 1630s European cartography. Image: 188 by 254mm (7 by 10 inches). An attractive and historically significant 17th-century map for the discerning collector. Gerard Mercator (15121594) was a Flemish cartographer and mathematician, celebrated as one of the most influential figures in the history of mapmaking. Born in Rupelmonde, he developed the Mercator projection in 1569a cylindrical map projection that became the standard for nautical navigation and remains widely used today. His monumental 'Atlas sive Cosmographicae Meditationes de Fabrica Mundi' (1595), completed posthumously by his son Rumold, introduced the word 'Atlas' to cartography. Mercator's regional maps of Italy were refined and re-engraved for multiple editions of his atlas throughout the 17th century, offering collectors both scholarly precision and decorative elegance. His maps are held at the Royal Library of Belgium, the Bibliothèque nationale de France, and major university collections worldwide.The map shows the area from Ponticelle in the north to Fondi in the south, from Bracciano in the west to Casino in the east. This is the first so-called Cloppenburgh editions which was a competive edition with new engraved maps in a larger format. Most of the maps were engraved by Pieter van den Keere. The Cloppenburgh edition was continued for a couple of years but seems to have been suppressed after 1636. This is another Cloppenburgh edition, now with Latin text. The maps from the Appendix have been incorporated. The title-page is followed by a dedication to Prince Frederik Hendrik, dated 1632 and signed by Johannes Cloppenburgh. (Koeman Atlantes Neerlandici).A fine example from Mercator Atlas / Cosmographicae Meditationes, Amsterdam, sought after by collectors of antique maps of Italy, antique maps of Rome, and antique copper engraving, uncoloreds for sale. In good condition consistent with age. Light age-toning to the sheet, as expected for a 17th-century engraving. Centerfold as published. In excellent condition. 188 by 254mm (7 by 10 inches). 188 by 254mm (7 by 10 inches).…

Other. Original antique copper engraving, uncolored, from the Mercator Atlas, published in Amsterdam, 1632. Depicting Piedmont, this map is a fine example of 1630s European cartography. Image: 187 by 255mm (7 by 10 inches). An attractive and historically significant 17th-century map for the discerning collector. Gerard Mercator (15121594) was a Flemish cartographer and mathematician, celebrated as one of the most influential figures in the history of mapmaking. Born in Rupelmonde, he developed the Mercator projection in 1569a cylindrical map projection that became the standard for nautical navigation and remains widely used today. His monumental 'Atlas sive Cosmographicae Meditationes de Fabrica Mundi' (1595), completed posthumously by his son Rumold, introduced the word 'Atlas' to cartography. Mercator's regional maps of Italy were refined and re-engraved for multiple editions of his atlas throughout the 17th century, offering collectors both scholarly precision and decorative elegance. His maps are held at the Royal Library of Belgium, the Bibliothèque nationale de France, and major university collections worldwide.The map shows the area from Rocha in the north to Nice in the south, from Manasteris in the west to Piacenza in the east. This is the first so-called Cloppenburgh editions which was a competive edition with new engraved maps in a larger format. Most of the maps were engraved by Pieter van den Keere. The Cloppenburgh edition was continued for a couple of years but seems to have been suppressed after 1636. This is another Cloppenburgh edition, now with Latin text. The maps from the Appendix have been incorporated. The title-page is followed by a dedication to Prince Frederik Hendrik, dated 1632 and signed by Johannes Cloppenburgh. (Koeman Atlantes Neerlandici).A fine example from Mercator Atlas / Cosmographicae Meditationes, Amsterdam, sought after by collectors of antique maps of Italy, antique maps of Piedmont, and antique copper engraving, uncoloreds for sale. In good condition consistent with age. Light age-toning to the sheet, as expected for a 17th-century engraving. Centerfold as published. In excellent condition. 187 by 255mm (7 by 10 inches). 187 by 255mm (7 by 10 inches).…

Other. Original antique copper engraving, uncolored, from the Mercator Atlas, published in Amsterdam, 1632. Depicting Northern Italy, this map is a fine example of 1630s European cartography. Image: 187 by 255mm (7 by 10 inches). An attractive and historically significant 17th-century map for the discerning collector. Gerard Mercator (15121594) was a Flemish cartographer and mathematician, celebrated as one of the most influential figures in the history of mapmaking. Born in Rupelmonde, he developed the Mercator projection in 1569a cylindrical map projection that became the standard for nautical navigation and remains widely used today. His monumental 'Atlas sive Cosmographicae Meditationes de Fabrica Mundi' (1595), completed posthumously by his son Rumold, introduced the word 'Atlas' to cartography. Mercator's regional maps of Italy were refined and re-engraved for multiple editions of his atlas throughout the 17th century, offering collectors both scholarly precision and decorative elegance. His maps are held at the Royal Library of Belgium, the Bibliothèque nationale de France, and major university collections worldwide.The map shows the area from Wachfeldern in the north to Crema in the south, from the Lake Genve in the west to Touere in the east. This is the first so-called Cloppenburgh editions which was a competive edition with new engraved maps in a larger format. Most of the maps were engraved by Pieter van den Keere. The Cloppenburgh edition was continued for a couple of years but seems to have been suppressed after 1636. This is another Cloppenburgh edition, now with Latin text. The maps from the Appendix have been incorporated. The title-page is followed by a dedication to Prince Frederik Hendrik, dated 1632 and signed by Johannes Cloppenburgh. (Koeman Atlantes Neerlandici).A fine example from Mercator Atlas / Cosmographicae Meditationes, Amsterdam, sought after by collectors of antique maps of Italy, antique maps of Northern Italy, and antique copper engraving, uncoloreds for sale. In good condition consistent with age. Light age-toning to the sheet, as expected for a 17th-century engraving. Centerfold as published. In excellent condition. 187 by 255mm (7 by 10 inches). 187 by 255mm (7 by 10 inches).…

Other. Original antique copper engraving, uncolored, from the Mercator Atlas, published in Amsterdam, 1632. Depicting Milan & Lombardy, this map is a fine example of 1630s European cartography. Image: 180 by 245mm (7 by 9 inches). An attractive and historically significant 17th-century map for the discerning collector. Gerard Mercator (15121594) was a Flemish cartographer and mathematician, celebrated as one of the most influential figures in the history of mapmaking. Born in Rupelmonde, he developed the Mercator projection in 1569a cylindrical map projection that became the standard for nautical navigation and remains widely used today. His monumental 'Atlas sive Cosmographicae Meditationes de Fabrica Mundi' (1595), completed posthumously by his son Rumold, introduced the word 'Atlas' to cartography. Mercator's regional maps of Italy were refined and re-engraved for multiple editions of his atlas throughout the 17th century, offering collectors both scholarly precision and decorative elegance. His maps are held at the Royal Library of Belgium, the Bibliothèque nationale de France, and major university collections worldwide.The map shows the area from Metiola (Mezzola) in the north to Castelvetro in the south, from Vespola in the west to the lake Garda in the east. This is the first so-called Cloppenburgh editions which was a competive edition with new engraved maps in a larger format. Most of the maps were engraved by Pieter van den Keere. The Cloppenburgh edition was continued for a couple of years but seems to have been suppressed after 1636. This is another Cloppenburgh edition, now with Latin text. The maps from the Appendix have been incorporated. The title-page is followed by a dedication to Prince Frederik Hendrik, dated 1632 and signed by Johannes Cloppenburgh. (Koeman Atlantes Neerlandici).A fine example from Mercator Atlas / Cosmographicae Meditationes, Amsterdam, sought after by collectors of antique maps of Italy, antique maps of Milan, and antique copper engraving, uncoloreds for sale. In good condition consistent with age. Light age-toning to the sheet, as expected for a 17th-century engraving. Centerfold as published. In excellent condition. 180 by 245mm (7 by 9 inches). 180 by 245mm (7 by 9 inches).…