41 Christoph Weigel the Elder (1654–1725) – Map of the Kingdom of Poland / Regnum Poloniæ ejusque confinia – Hand-Coloured Copperplate Engraving (1720)
This hand-coloured copperplate engraving titled Regnum Poloniæ ejusque confinia depicts the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth and its surrounding territories, including Lithuania, Prussia, Pomerania, Silesia, Hungary, and regions of Muscovy. The map is richly detailed with Latin toponyms and carefully delineated borders in watercolour. A crowned title cartouche in the top-right corner reflects the status of the Kingdom of Poland as a major power in early 18th-century Central and Eastern Europe. The engraving was published in Nuremberg in 1720 as part of a historical atlas by Christoph Weigel.
Christoph Weigel the Elder (1654–1725) was a German engraver and publisher known for his highly detailed maps and illustrated theological works, contributing significantly to the visual culture of the Baroque period.
Artist or Maker:
Christoph Weigel the Elder
Dimensions:
25 cm x 20 cm
Medium:
Hand-Coloured Copperplate Engraving
Date:
1720
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.
| Värdering | 2 000 - 3 000 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 25% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 60 SEK |
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