EMPIRE OF RUSSIA 1720 JB HOMANN LARGE ANTIQUE ENGRAVED MAP 18TH CENTURY

Description: Title of the map:"Generalis Totius IMPERII RUSSORUM Novissima Tabula ....IOHANNIS BAPTISTAE HOMANNI Norimbergae" Large detailed antique copper engraved map of the Russian Empire and northern China, by Johan Baptist Homann (1664-1724).The map covers the region from Finland and the Black Sea through Kamchatka in great detail. It is fully engraved to represent the topography of the region and colored to show the various Tartar tribes. A great whaling scene is engraved in the Arctic Ocean and the large title cartouche is surrounded by figures representing royalty and learning.Some sailing ships in the sea. Johann Baptist Homann (1664-1724) was the most prolific map publisher of the 18th Century. He founded his company in 1702. In 1705, he became the Geograph of the Emperor Charles VI. In the same year, he was also Member of the Prussian Academy of Sciences in Berlin. They protected the authors in all scientific fields such as printers, copper engravers, map makers and publishers. In 1716 Homann published his "Grosser Atlas ueber die ganze Welt" (Grand Atlas of all the World). Some maps were drawned with the engraver Christoph Weigel the Elder. Homann died in Nuremberg. He was succeeded by the Homann Heirs company, which was in business until 1848. Size with margins : 52 x 58,3 cm / 20,4 x 22,8 inches Condition : good condition, in colors, on strong paper. Edition : Nuremberg, 1720, 18th century. If you buy more than one item, you have to pay just one only shipping cost. We will send your item by Registered and Insured Airmail or by DHL with covering insurance. Customs may be charged on international shipments. All customs charges are the responsiblity of the buyer and are not included in the selling price.A Certification of Authenticity can be issued on request.View our FeedbackView our Other Items For SaleAdd us to your Favorite SellersWE DON'T SELL LASER AND COPIES MAPS, ALL WE SELL IS ORIGINAL AND ANTIQUEDue to the age an type of paper, some imperfections are to be expected. Please examine the images provided carefully, and if you have any questions please ask and we will be happy to help you

Price: 420 USD

Location: Paris

End Time: 2024-09-15T16:09:52.000Z

Shipping Cost: 35 USD