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Neiuport.(Old Maps, 17th Century Maps, Europe, Low Countries, Netherlands, Holland, Belgium, Nieuwpoort, City Plan, Fortifications.). Issued 1673, Vienna by Gualdo Priorato. Fine late 17th century folio engraved plan of this Belgian city. With beautiful full hand color which greatly enhances the visual appeal of the map. Paper gently wrinkled with printer's crease down centerfold and from left middle edge, but still displays very well. Clean and well-preserved overall, small minor lower right corner crease, still an entirely pleasing example of this 17th century Dutch city plan which will look lovely if displayed. Includes inset prospect birds-eye city view of Nieuwpoort [Neiuport] at top right. Small Folio, Original fold line as issued. Sheet measures c. 17 1/2" W x 13 1/4" H. Engraved area c. 16" W x 12 1/4" H. Cartographic References:Hameleers, Kaarten van Amsterdam 1538-1865, 72- (Van Somer/ Gualdo Priorato/ Thurnmayer). Tooleys Dictionary of Mapmakers , vol. 2, p. 227 (Gualdo). Graesse, Tresor de Livres Rares et Precious , V. III, 166 [noting this earliest/ first printing although other later printings were issued].[R34271]. Seller Inventory # R34271
Title: Nieuwpoort Flanders Low Countries Belgium ...
Publication Date: 1673
Condition: Poor
Edition: 1st Edition
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