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Fine Art. Antique Prints, Maps and Drawings / 26-07-2025, 18:00 CET

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This fascinating copperplate engraving, titled "No. III Conjectural Map of Atlantis," was created by Jean-Baptiste Bory de Saint-Vincent and published in 1803. It served to illustrate the final chapters of his seminal work, "Essais sur les isles Fortunées et l'antique Atlantide" (Essays on the Fortunate Isles and ancient Atlantis), where he theorized about the location and history of the mythical continent. The map posits Atlantis as being situated in the Atlantic Ocean, around the modern-day Azores, Canary Islands, and Madeira, reflecting 19th-century scientific and philosophical interest in ancient civilizations and geography. As a conjectural map, it highlights Bory de Saint-Vincent's blend of scientific inquiry and speculative thought characteristic of the Enlightenment and Romantic periods. Jean-Baptiste Bory de Saint-Vincent (1778–1846) was a prominent French naturalist, botanist, geographer, and military officer. His diverse career included participation in scientific expeditions, notably to the Mascarene Islands and later to Greece and Algeria. Bory de Saint-Vincent was a prolific author, contributing to various scientific dictionaries and publishing numerous works on natural history, geography, and geology. He was a keen observer and a proponent of early evolutionary ideas, and his work on Atlantis exemplifies his wide-ranging intellectual curiosity and his efforts to synthesize scientific observation with historical and mythical accounts. Artist or Maker: Jean-Baptiste Bory de Saint-Vincent Dimensions: 33 cm x 24 cm Medium: Copperplate Engraving Date: 1803 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Jean-Baptiste Bory de Saint-Vincent (1778–1846) – Map of Atlantis from Essays on the Fortunate Isles and ancient Atlantis – Copperplate Engraving (1803)

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This finely engraved and hand-colored map depicts the Dioecesis Hildesiensis, or the Diocese of Hildesheim, a historical ecclesiastical territory in Lower Saxony, Germany. The map features detailed town names, rivers, borders, and topographical elements, rendered with precise typography and fine hatchwork. Political boundaries are delicately hand-colored in green and yellow wash. A decorative cartouche in the upper right shows mounted figures in a pastoral setting, reinforcing the map’s 18th-century baroque aesthetic. Issued by Christoph Weigel in Nuremberg, this work exemplifies the fusion of scientific cartography and artistic engraving in early modern German mapmaking. Christoph Weigel the Elder (1654–1725) was a prominent German engraver, publisher, and cartographer based in Nuremberg. He is known for producing finely detailed maps, atlases, and illustrated books. His output contributed significantly to German Enlightenment publishing, combining geographic precision with ornamental design. Artist or Maker: Christoph Weigel Dimensions: 31 × 39 cm (plate) Medium: Hand-colored copperplate engraving on laid paper Date: c. 1710 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Christoph Weigel (1654–1725) – Map of the Diocese of Hildesheim – Hand-Colored Copperplate Engraving – c. 1710

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This detailed and finely hand-colored copperplate engraving presents the kingdoms and provinces of Scandinavia and the Baltic region, including modern-day Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Estonia, and northwestern Russia. The territories are clearly divided by color-coded borders, with dense toponyms, rivers, and mountain ranges meticulously engraved. The Baltic Sea (Mare Balticum) forms the central axis of the composition, surrounded by richly textured coastlines. In the lower right corner, a decorative title cartouche features allegorical figures, weaponry, and naval emblems, underscoring the geopolitical and maritime importance of the region during the early 18th century. Christoph Weigel the Elder (1654–1725) was a German engraver, mapmaker, and publisher based in Nuremberg. Known for his richly ornamented cartographic works, he combined baroque visual style with geographic precision. His maps were widely circulated in atlases and geographical compendia throughout Europe. Artist or Maker: Christoph Weigel Dimensions: 31 × 39 cm (plate) Medium: Hand-colored copperplate engraving on laid paper Date: c. 1710 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Christoph Weigel (1654–1725) – Map of Scandinavia and the Baltic Region – Hand-Colored Copperplate Engraving – c. 1710

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This engraved topographical map by Ambroise Tardieu presents three detailed plans of alpine military routes across the Swiss-Italian border region. The central map depicts the Passage du Mont Splügen, while the two inset panels illustrate Retreat Positions on Mont Tonale and Positions at the Bridge of Rhofo. Executed with shaded relief and precise contour rendering, the map emphasizes strategic elevation, mountain passes, and roads relevant to 19th-century military maneuvers. Tardieu’s clear and systematic engraving style reflects both scientific cartographic principles and Napoleonic-era strategic concerns. Ambroise Tardieu (1788–1841) was a prominent French cartographer, engraver, and publisher. Nephew of famed geographer Pierre Tardieu, he produced atlases, scientific illustrations, and historical maps that were widely used in educational and military contexts. His crisp, technically detailed engravings represent the transition from Enlightenment-era mapmaking to 19th-century scientific precision. Artist or Maker: Ambroise Tardieu Dimensions: 33 × 24.5 cm Medium: Copperplate engraving on laid paper Date: c. 1825 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Ambroise Tardieu (1788–1841) – Map of the Splügen Pass and Mont Tonale – Copperplate Engraving – c. 1825

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This topographical map by Ambroise Tardieu details the mountainous region encompassing the Grisons (Graubünden), Valais, and surrounding valleys along the Swiss-Italian border. Titled Carte pour servir à l’intelligence des marches de l’armée des Grisons, the map was designed to support military interpretation of troop movements and alpine access routes. Rendered in fine shaded relief, the terrain is captured with meticulous attention to elevation, ridge lines, and natural barriers. The engraving reflects early 19th-century military cartography during the post-Napoleonic era and exemplifies Tardieu’s precise drafting style. Ambroise Tardieu (1788–1841) was a distinguished French cartographer and engraver who produced a wide range of scientific, historical, and military maps during the early 19th century. Known for his clarity and technical skill, he contributed to both academic atlases and strategic documentation for military campaigns, particularly in alpine and border regions. Artist or Maker: Ambroise Tardieu Dimensions: 33 × 24.5 cm Medium: Copperplate engraving on laid paper Date: c. 1825 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Ambroise Tardieu (1788–1841) – Map of the Army of Grisons and the Valais Region – Copperplate Engraving – c. 1825

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This detailed copperplate engraving presents a wide swath of Central Europe, spanning from the Gulf of Venice in the southeast to the upper Rhine and parts of Gaul in the northwest. The map focuses on Northern Italy, the Tyrol, Bavaria, and adjacent regions of the Holy Roman Empire, meticulously labeling cities, rivers, mountain ranges, and territorial boundaries. A decorative cartouche in the lower left, flanked by armored figures, includes a Latin dedication and a scale bar, emphasizing the military and political relevance of the geography. The upper margin features coats of arms and a reference table of ruling houses and regional affiliations. Frederick de Wit (1629–1706) was a leading Dutch cartographer, engraver, and publisher based in Amsterdam. His firm issued atlases, wall maps, and separate-sheet maps that blended scientific accuracy with ornate baroque design. De Wit's work played a pivotal role in standardizing early modern European cartography. Artist or Maker: Frederick de Wit Dimensions: 47 × 56 cm Medium: Copperplate engraving on laid paper Date: c. 1680 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Fine Art. Antique Prints, Maps and Drawings / 26-07-2025, 18:00 CET

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