Nouveau Plan De La Ville De Luxembourg. Ville Forte et Capitale du Duche ... 1744

Covens and Mortier
Antique map of Luxembourg. Printed in Amsterdam by Covens & Mortier in 1744.

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Description

A quite scarce and impressive plan of Luxembourg by Covens & Mortier. Based on the plan of Baillieu 1705/10, but with new fortification as mentioned in the key '23. Nouveaus Ouvrages faits depuis 1724'. South on top. Including a key showing 40 place names. Printed on heavy paper with an unusual wide margin. A very rare map, especially in such perfect condition.

Details

CartographerCovens and Mortier
TitleNouveau Plan De La Ville De Luxembourg. Ville Forte et Capitale du Duche ... 1744
Publisher, YearCovens & Mortier, Amsterdam, 1744
Plate Size40.2 x 48.6 cm (15.8 x 19.1 inches)
Sheet Size53.0 x 67.6 cm (20.9 x 26.6 inches)

Condition

Strong and clear impression, perfect conditions.

Cartographer

Pieter und David Mortier were booksellers in Paris and have published a wide range of geographical works. After Pieter's death, his widow continued the business until their son Cornelius took over. Cornelius started a partnership with his brother-in-law Johannes Covens and established the famous publishing house Covens and Mortier in Amsterdam. They have re-issued Atlases of Sanson, de l'Isle, Visscher and de Wit.

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Antique map of Luxembourg. Printed in Amsterdam by Covens & Mortier in 1744.

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