Lorraine France Lotharingia Nancy 1638 Mercator miniature map Nautical & Topo Charts gilt compartment decorations

gilt compartment decorations

Randall who has several signed works within as well

Splendidly detailed mid-19th century linen-backed map with original outline hand color

Oversized and quite uncommon late-19th century antique map

Almost certainly among the earliest printed views of these three old Italian cities a collector can reasonably hope to own

Lorraine France Lotharingia Nancy 1638 Mercator miniature map Nautical & Topo Charts gilt compartment decorationsLotharingia Septentrional. (Europe, France, Kingdom of France, Lothringia, Lorraine, Nancy). Issued 1638, Amsterdam by Mercator. Early 17th century engraved map lovely hand color. Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive. Sheet Measures c. 6 1 2" H x 9" W. Engraved Area Measures c. 5 3 4" H x 7" W. Cartographic Reference(s): Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 3. [PL104].