Orange Vaucluse France 1628 Munster Cosmography wood cut print city view
Brian DiMambroVon der Statt und Furstenthumb Aurange.
(Old Prints, 17th Century Prints, Munster Cosmography, Europe, France, Orange, Vaucluse, City View, City Walls).
Issued 1628, Basel by Sebastian Munster.
Fine 16th 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 8 3/4" W.
Engraved area measures c. 3 1/4" H x 5" W.
Cartographic Reference(s):
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 3.
[R33512].