Stunning Antique Map of Northern Italy by J.B. Homann, circa 1745

Reference
BG-00417
Maker
Johann Baptist Homann (Artist)
Date
1745
Region
Europe
Category
Antique Map
Sheet size
51.0 x 60.5 cm (20.1 x 23.8 in)
Condition
Good
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 960

This beautiful hand-colored map covers from Bergamo east as far as Albona (Labin) and from Vipiteno Sterzing south as far as Florence.

The map is exceptionally detailed, noting towns, rivers, lakes, cities and a host of additional topographical features. Includes neighboring Parma, Modena, Mantua and Mirandol. The map depicts the Veneto region and its vicinity during the decline of the Republic of Venice. A key in included in the top left quadrant of the map, while a beautifully engraved title cartouche adorns the lower right quadrant. This map was issued in Homann Heirs circa 1745 edition of Atlas Novus Terrarum Orbis.

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