Aldenburg Germany birds-eye city view 1598 Munster Cosmography wood cut print
Aldenburg Germany birds-eye city view 1598 Munster Cosmography wood cut print Aldenburg Germany birds-eye city view 1598 Munster Cosmography wood cut print
$ 75.00

Aldenburg.

(Europe, Holy Roman Empire, Germany, Wilhelmshaven, Aldenburg,Munster Cosmography).

Issued 1598, Basel by Sebastian Munster.

Fine 16th century wood cut print from the famous monumental work Cosmography. Provides a fascinating glimpse into Europe during the Early Modern period.

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

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

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

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

[R20806].