"Hassia Superior et Moguntinus Archiepiscopatus", Blaeu, Johannes
Subject: Western Germany
Period: 1659 (circa)
Publication:
Color: Hand Color
Size:
21.1 x 16.7 inches
53.6 x 42.4 cm
This map focuses on parts of Hesse and Rhineland-Palatinate and is centered approximately on Frankfurt, extending to Cologne, Worms and Würzburg. The Rhine and Main Rivers are prominently depicted, and numerous mountains and forests are also shown. The map is adorned with two strapwork cartouches, the lower one festooned with putti drinking wine. Spanish text on verso, published between 1659-72.
References: Van der Krogt (Vol II) #2452:2.
Condition: A
A dark impression with full contemporary color on a sheet with a large watermark of the god Atlas, a few minor spots, and marginal soiling.
