Accuratissima Europae Tabula...

Justus Danckerts (*1635 - 1701)
Old coloured map of the European continent. Printed in Amsterdam by J. Danckerts circa 1685.

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A beautiful old coloured map of Europe with a captivating title cartouche adorned with putti and the goddess Europe riding the bull, the transformed figure of Zeus.

Crafted by the esteemed Danckerts family of Amsterdam, recognized as one of the most distinguished cartographic families in the 17th century, this map reflects the artistry of some of the world's finest draughtsmen and engravers. The Danckerts family is renowned for producing some of the finest atlases of the period, contributing significantly to the cartographic landscape. This particular copy stands out as a fine example, enhanced by meticulous watercoloring executed at the time of its creation.

Details

CartographerJustus Danckerts
TitleAccuratissima Europae Tabula...
Publisher, YearJ. Danckerts, Amsterdam, circa 1685
Plate Size49.2 x 57.2 cm (19.4 x 22.5 inches)
Sheet Size52.5 x 60.0 cm (20.7 x 23.6 inches)

Condition

Small tears backed. Very good condition with stunning old colours.

Cartographer

The Danckerts family sold and published maps during the 17th Century in Amsterdam. Justus Danckerts, the son of the business founder Cornelius Danckerts, was born 1635. He has published several Atlases together with his son Theodorus between 1680 and 1700. The plates finally have been sold to R. & J. Ottens how published them on their own name. He died in 1701.

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Justus Danckerts: Accuratissima Europae Tabula....
Old coloured map of the European continent. Printed in Amsterdam by J. Danckerts circa 1685.

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