This large beautifully hand coloured
extremely attractive original antique map
of the Strait of Gibraltar, Cadiz & southern Spain and
Morocco, North Africa was published by Johann Baptiste
Homann in 1730.
This map of the Strait of Gibraltar was a
collaborative effort between Jean de Petit (royal
engineer and architect), Johann Friedrich Weidler
(mathematician and astronomer at Witenberg), R.A.
Schneider (engraver) and Johann Baptist Homann
(publisher).
The map covers the tips of southern Spain and northern
Africa in great detail showing forts, cities, farms,
mountains, local roads and rivers. The numerous
fortifications guarding this strategic waterway are the
focus of the map, which is richly adorned with a
brilliant compass rose, three large sailing ships and a
fine title cartouche.
(Ref: Tooley; M&B)
General
Description:
Paper thickness and quality: - Heavy and stable
Paper color: - off white
Age of map color: - Original
Colors used: - Yellow, green, blue, pink
General color appearance: - Authentic
Paper size: -
24 1/2in x
21in
(620mm x 530mm)
Plate size: - 22 1/2in x 19
1/2in
(570mm x 490mm)
Margins: - Min 1in (25mm)
Imperfections:
Margins: - Light age toning left margin
Plate area: - None
Verso: - None
If you wish to discuss this or any other item
please email or call - good luck, Simon.
Classical Images
61 (0) 409 551910 Tel
simon@classicalimages.com
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