16 Philipp Clüver (1580-1622) – Map of Scythia, Tartaria, and Asia / Scythia et Tartaria Asiatica – Central Asia, Siberia, and Northern China - (1697)
This hand-coloured copperplate map, created by the German cartographer Philipp Clüver in 1697, illustrates the vast regions of Scythia, Tartaria, and Asia, covering parts of Central Asia, Siberia, and Northern China. The map includes detailed geographical features, showing rivers, mountains, and cities, along with regions like Tartary and Persia. The map is beautifully hand-coloured, with bold outlines and a decorative cartouche at the bottom. Clüver’s map highlights the geopolitical layout of the time, with a focus on the Mongol Empire's historic territories.
Philipp Clüver (1580-1622) was a pioneering German geographer and cartographer, known for his extensive works on ancient and contemporary geography. His maps were instrumental in advancing the study of world geography during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Clüver's cartographic style combined artistic detail with geographic accuracy, providing both informative and aesthetically pleasing representations of the world.
Artist or Maker:
Philipp Clüver
Dimensions:
35 cm x 24 cm
Medium:
Hand-Coloured Copperplate Engraving
Date:
1697
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
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