Calais Fortified City France 1628 Munster Cosmography wood cut print city view
Calais Fortified City France 1628 Munster Cosmography wood cut print city view Calais Fortified City France 1628 Munster Cosmography wood cut print city view
$ 85.00

Untitled.

(Old Prints, 17th Century Prints, Munster Cosmography, Europe, France, Calais, City View, Military Fortifications).

Issued 1628, Basel by Sebastian Munster.

Fine 16th century wood cut map from the famous monumental work Cosmography. Provides a fascinating glimpse into the Early Modern World.

Very interesting early owners annotations in right side blank margin.

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 8 3/4" W.

Engraved area measures c. 5" H x 6" W.

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

[R33513].