Avenches Lucern Lakes of Switzerland 1628 Munster Cosmography wood cut map
Avenches Lucern Lakes of Switzerland 1628 Munster Cosmography wood cut map Avenches Lucern Lakes of Switzerland 1628 Munster Cosmography wood cut map
$ 125.00

Von dem Wisslipurger-Gow.

(Europe, Holy Roman Empire, Switzerland, Wisslisburg, Avenches, Munster Cosmography).

Issued 1628, Basel by Sebastian Munster.

Fine 17th century wood cut print from the famous monumental work Cosmography. Provides a fascinating glimpse into the Early Modern World.

Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive. Text as always on reverse.

Sheet measures c. 12 1/4" H x 7 3/4" W.

Engraved area measures c. 5 7/8" H x 6" W.

Cartographic Reference(s):
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 3.

[R33220].