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We offer in this sale Old Master Prints from the end of the 15th Century, rare antique maps, prints and drawings up to the 19th century, to modern &amp; contemporary Fine Prints.

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This auction features a selection of rare copper-plate engravings by Theodor de Bry, unique prints by Frederick de Wit and woodcuts by Georg Rüxner, as well as anatomical illustrations by Giulio Casseri. You'll also discover superb works by Crispijn De Passe II and Giovanni Maria Terreni. Additionally, there are modern &amp; contemporary prints by Alexander Calder, Bram Van Velde and Magnus Dahl&nbsp;and distinctive maps from Tobias Konrad Lotter, Robert de Vaugondy and Homann Heirs.

Fine Art. Antique Prints, Maps and Drawings, 99 Lots

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Description"Atrebatum Gallis Arras, Belgis Atrecht dicta" A Map of Italy with its Kingdoms, States &amp;c.: Tindal and Rapin 1750 Very rare map of Arras with its fortifications, coat of arms and a legend of the 19 most important buildings. Copper engraving from a plate from Joan Blaeu's city book "Novum Ac Magnum Theatrum Urbium Belgicae" Amsterdam, J. Blaeu, 1649. Artist or MakerJoan Blaeu MediumEngraving Date1649

Joan Blaeu (1596 - 1673) - Europe, Map - France; Tindal - "Atrebatum Gallis Arras, Belgis Atrecht dicta"

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DescriptionOld coloured antique map of the region around Parma by Homann Heirs. Shows the area of Italy between Pavia and Reggio Emilia with Parma, Cremona and Piacenza. Below a beautiful title cartouche and a plan of Parma and Piacenza. Unframed Artist / Maker / Publisher Homann Heirs MediumEngraving Date1731

Homann Heirs - “Status Parmensis” - Map of Parma, Emilia-Romagna, Italy 


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DescriptionThis mid-18th century map was engraved by Tobias Conrad Lotter and published in Augsburg by Matthaus Seutter. It presents a detailed overview of the Archduchy of Austria, an important component of the Holy Roman Empire centered on the capital at Vienna.The River Danube bisects the image from right to left and topography is depicted pictorially. An interesting variety of place names are labeled, including fortified outposts, monasteries, market towns, hunting lodges, and much more. The lower right presents a decorative title cartouche with a coat of arms and a scene from a military engagement. Artist or MakerTobias Conrad Lotter MediumCopper-plate engraving Dateca 1750s

Tobias Conrad Lotter, Matthaus Seutter - Archduchy of Austria,  Holy Roman Empire

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Description"Martis Area et Alea per Tractum Rheni, Mosellae ac Mosae" This historical magnificent map is an original copper engraving from around 18th century. Artist or MakerTobias Conrad Lotter MediumCopper-plate engraving Dateca 1744

Tobias Conrad Lotter, Matthaus Seutter - Germany, Martis Area et Alea per Tractum Rheni

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Description"Carte Des Isles De Madere Et Porto Santo" Hand-coloured antique map of Madeira and Porto Santo. Shows Funchal and the Fort, along with other place names. Jakob van der Schley was a skilled draftsman and engraver who operated out of Amsterdam and had strong ties with the Hague. He was trained by Bernard Picart and his style resembles that of the elder man. Artist or MakerJacobus van der Schley &amp; Jacques Nicolas Bellin MediumEngraving Date1758

Jacobus van der Schley (1715-1779) & Jacques Nicolas Bellin (1703-1772) - Madeira and Porto Santo - Europe, Portugal - "Carte Des Isles De Madere Et Porto Santo"

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Description"Carte Particuliere des Isles Moluques" Hand-coloured antique map of Maluku Islands. The Maluku Islands (also known as the Moluccas, Moluccan Islands and the Spice Islands) are an archipelago that is part of Indonesia, and part of the larger Maritime Southeast Asia region. Jakob van der Schley was a skilled draftsman and engraver who operated out of Amsterdam and had strong ties with the Hague. He was trained by Bernard Picart and his style resembles that of the elder man. Artist or MakerJacobus van der Schley MediumEngraving Date1758

Jacobus van der Schley (1715-1779) & Jacques Nicolas Bellin (1703-1772) - Asia - Indonesia, Maluku Islands; - "Carte Particuliere des Isles Moluques" - 1751-1760

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Description"Carta rappresentante una parte dlla Basa d'Hudson, e le Regioni a Maestro..." Hand-coloured antique map of Hudsons Bay, Canada. This hand-coloured map is from the Marco Coltellini’s ”ll Gazzettiere americano contenente un distinto ragguaglio di tutte le parti del Nuovo Mondo della loro situazione, clima, terreno, prodotti, stato antico e moderno, merci...”, italian edition. The work was published in Livorno, 1763. Marco Coltellini was an Italian author and editor known for his work on geographical and descriptive publications. He played a significant role in compiling and editing "Il Gazzettiere Americano," a detailed account of various parts of the New World. Artist or MakerD. Veremondo Rossi MediumEngraving Date1763

D. Veremondo Rossi (XVIII) / Marco Coltellini - North America - Hudsons Bay, Canada; "Carta rappresentante una parte dlla Basa d'Hudson, e le Regioni a Maestro..." - 1761-1780

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DescriptionThree maps on one sheet showing Captain James Cook's discovery of Tolaga Bay, Mercury Bay, and Bay of Islands on the North Island of New Zealand. This captivating map is from "An Account of the Voyages Undertaken by the Order of His Present Majesty for Making Discoveries in the Southern Hemisphere." This is detailed map is showing Mercury Bay, Tolaga Bay, and Bay of Islands. Artist of MakerRobert Benard &amp; James Cook MediumCopper engraving Date1769

Robert Benard (1734-1794) & James Cook (1728-1779) - Oceania, New Zealand - Mercury Bay, Tolaga Bay, River Thames, Bay of Islands

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Description""Le Royaume de Portugal"" Map (hand-coloured), engraved in copper, belonging to the work "Géographie Moderne." Contains explanatory text. Jean Baptiste Louis Clouet (1729-1790) was a French geographer, cartographer, and engineer. He is known for his detailed and accurate maps, which contributed significantly to the cartographic knowledge of his time. Clouet held several official positions, including the role of royal geographer, and produced numerous maps that were widely used for military and administrative purposes. His work remains important in the history of cartography for its precision and contribution to geographic understanding in the 18th century. Artist or MakerJean Baptiste Louis Clouet MediumEngraving Date1780

Jean Baptiste Louis Clouet (1729-1790), Royaume Despagne, Alentejo, Douro, Minho, Beira - The Kingdom of Portugal

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DescriptionSet of 3 Antique Harbour Plans. Original copper engraving prints originating from ”Recueil des Principaux Plans des Ports et Rades de la Mer Méditerranée …” by Joseph Roux of the edition of 1804. The charts are engraved rather coarsely, contain little nautical information and have different scales and orientation, due to the small size of the charts. They provide no geographical coordinates, have a central rose of eight or sixteen winds, and present typical features of the previous century, such as profiles of conspicuous buildings or villages, drawn in perspective within the coastline. Artist or MakerJoseph Roux MediumCopper engraving Date1804

Joseph Roux (1725-1793) - Set of 3 Nautical Maps - Sicily, Italy - Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - "Recueil des Principaux Plans des Ports et Rades de la Mer Méditerranée"

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Description"Partie Meridionale Du Royaume De Portugal..."Nice example of the first edition of De Vaugondy's map of the southern part of Portugal.Lisbon and the Barra da Lisboa are prominently featured. Several hundred towns are shown. Gilles Robert de Vaugondy (1688-1766) and Didier Robert de Vaugondy (1723-1786) were influential figures in the realm of 18th-century French cartography. Originating from Paris, their contributions to mapmaking were significant during an era of expansive geographical exploration. Artist or MakerGilles Robert de Vaugondy MediumEngraving Date1751

Gilles Robert de Vaugondy - Map of the southern part of Portugal

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Description”L’Italia” Hand-coloured copper-engraved map by Robert de Vaugondy on the Mercator projection. Derived from "Nouvel Atlas Portatif destine principalement pour l'instruction de la Jeunesse" or ("A New Portable Atlas Designed Primarily for the Instruction of Youth"). With original outline color showing the territories associated with the four major world religions: Christianity, Islam, Judaism and Paganism. Attractive cartography reflects the latest discoveries of explorers of the late 18th century. Artist of MakerRobert de Vaugondy MediumCopper engraving Date1806

Robert de Vaugondy (1688-1766) - Italy, Map - Sardinia, Campania, Corsica, Molise, Piedmont, Veneto, Lombardy, Trentino

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Description"Partie de l'Empire Francais Royaumes d'Italie, d'Etrurie" Hand-coloured copper-engraved map by Robert de Vaugondy on the Mercator projection. Derived from "Nouvel Atlas Portatif destine principalement pour l'instruction de la Jeunesse" or ("A New Portable Atlas Designed Primarily for the Instruction of Youth"). With original outline color showing the territories associated with the four major world religions: Christianity, Islam, Judaism and Paganism. Attractive cartography reflects the latest discoveries of explorers of the late 18th century. Artist or MakerRobert de Vaugondy MediumCopper engraving Date1806

Robert de Vaugondy (1688-1766) - Europe - Northern regions of Italy; "Partie de l'Empire Francais Royaumes d'Italie, d'Etrurie" - 1801-1820

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Description"Judee Ou Terre Sainte" Hand-coloured copper-engraved map by Robert de Vaugondy on the Mercator projection. Derived from "Nouvel Atlas Portatif destine principalement pour l'instruction de la Jeunesse" or ("A New Portable Atlas Designed Primarily for the Instruction of Youth"). With original outline color showing the territories associated with the four major world religions: Christianity, Islam, Judaism and Paganism. Attractive cartography reflects the latest discoveries of explorers of the late 18th century. Artist or MakerRobert de Vaugondy MediumCopper engraving Date1806

Robert de Vaugondy (1688-1766) - Asia - Holy Land (Judea); "Judee Ou Terre Sainte" - 1801-1820

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Description"Boheme Silesie, Moravie, Lusace" Hand-coloured copper-engraved map by Robert de Vaugondy on the Mercator projection. Derived from "Nouvel Atlas Portatif destine principalement pour l'instruction de la Jeunesse" or ("A New Portable Atlas Designed Primarily for the Instruction of Youth"). With original outline color showing the territories associated with the four major world religions: Christianity, Islam, Judaism and Paganism. Attractive cartography reflects the latest discoveries of explorers of the late 18th century. Artist or MakerRobert de Vaugondy MediumCopper engraving Date1806