This finely engraved beautifully
hand coloured
original map of
the
Channel Islands Jersey and
Guernsey and smaller islands
was
published in the 1659 Spanish edition of Joan Blaeu's
Atlas Novus.
This map is in beautiful condition, large margins,
strong sturdy clean paper and bright fresh original
colouring.
The Channel Islands (Norman: Īles d'la Manche,
French: Īles Anglo-Normandes or Īles de la
Manche) are an archipelago of British Crown
Dependencies in the English Channel, off the French
coast of Normandy. They include two separate bailiwicks:
the Bailiwick of Jersey and the Bailiwick of Guernsey.
They are considered the remnants of the Duchy of
Normandy, and are not part of the United Kingdom. They
have a total population of about 168,000 and their
respective capitals, Saint Helier and Saint Peter Port,
have populations of 33,500 and 16,488, respectively. The
total area of the islands is 194 km.
Both Bailiwicks have been administered separately since
the late 13th century; each has its own independent
laws, elections, and representative bodies (although in
modern times, politicians from the islands' legislatures
are in regular contact). Any institution common to both
is the exception rather than the rule.
Blaeu is one of the most revered map makers of all time
and it is easy to see why in this beautiful original
map. The high level of the topographical detail, the
quality of the paper, the artistic professionalism of
the engraving and the beauty of the original hand
colouring combine to produce a work of art that is both
functional and of exceptional beauty. (Ref: Koeman; M&B)
Condition Report:
Paper thickness and quality: - Heavy and stable
Paper color: - off white
Age of map color: - Original
Colors used: - Yellow, pink, red, blue, green
General color appearance: - Authentic
Paper size: - 21in x 19in (535mm x 480mm)
Plate size: - 18 1/2in x 15 1/2in (480mm x 400mm)
Margins: - Min 1in (25mm)
Imperfections:
Margins: - None
Plate area: - Very light crease along centerfold
Verso: - None
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