Description: Fortress of Charlemont, France by Jacob van Deventer, 1688 Title: Charle Mont This antique bird's-eye view showcases the impressive fortifications of Charlemont, a historic French stronghold located near the Belgian border along the Meuse River. The map is a copperplate engraving enhanced with hand coloring, highlighting the architectural and defensive details of this significant site. The cartographer, Jacob Roelofs van Deventer, was a renowned Dutch geographer of the 16th century, famous for producing the earliest comprehensive series of maps of Dutch cities. Appointed as Royal Geographer in 1543, his groundbreaking work inspired later cartographers such as Georg Braun and Franz Hogenberg, who adapted van Deventer's maps into their city atlases over a decade later. Dimensions:Sheet: Approx. 18.5 x 15.6 cm (7.25 x 6.25 inches).Image: Approx. 15.5 x 11.5 cm (6.25 x 4.5 inches). Condition: A fine and detailed print in very good condition. MapandMaps. For the complete Map and Print collection see our online site. MapandMaps Cartography of the World. Always real antique maps - Always original - Never reproductions.
Price: 49.95 USD
Location: Europe
End Time: 2025-01-30T15:19:30.000Z
Shipping Cost: 10 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: County Map
Format: Atlas Map
Printing Technique: Copper Plate
Year: 1688
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Country/Region: France
