"Colossus Monarchic Statua Danielis Dan. II, 31", Seutter/Lotter

One of the most interesting cartographic curiosities in Seutter's famous series of large symbolic figures. The figure of Colossus, with sword and scepter, represents Daniel's interpretation of King Nebuchadnezzar's dream (Dan. 2:39-40). History's great empires are engraved on the breastplate; Oriental empires on the left leg, Western ones listed on the right. Mythical animals also representing the great monarchies flank the figure.

References: Tooley (MCC-1) #36.

Condition: C+

An example featuring attractive color on watermarked paper with a 6" fold separation near the middle of the image, and several other tears that measure between 1-4" that have all be closed on verso with archival tape and old paper. Additionally, there are several edge tears and cracks scattered about the image, which have been similarly repaired. Despite these faults, it presents well.