Antique Map of the Middle East by Von Sandrart, 1708

About the Item

Antique map titled 'Die Gegend des Irdlisches Paradieses und des Landes Kanaan.' Map of the Middle East with a prominent Cyprus. The map shows the route of Abraham from Ur. Charming vignettes feature Adam naming the animals, creation of Eve from Adam's rib, Eve with the apple, the Expulsion from the Garden of Eden. German text on verso. From: Biblia : das ist die gantze Heilige Schrift, Altes und Neues Testaments / verteutscht von Doctor Martin Luther: und auf gnädigste Verordnung des durchleuchtigsten Fürsten und Herrn/ Herrn Ernsts/ Hertzogen zu Sachsen (…) published by Johann Andrea Endters Seel, Sohn und Erben 1708. The first edition appeared in 1641. Artists and Engravers: Made by 'Joachim von Sandrart' after an anonymous artist. Joachim von Sandrart (1606-1688) was a Baroque painter and engraver from Germany. He lived in Amsterdam for several years and also wrote about art. Condition: Fair, given age. Some imperfections: right- and left margin were added because of short cut/frayed. It will avoid framing problems. There is a small missing piece near the lower right edge(paper on reverse) and two small (restored) tears. Also the lower scale part has a very small missing piece (paper on reverse). Original folds are partly consolidated/restored with paper on verso. Minor discolouration centre fold. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully. Date: 1708 Overall size: 54 x 41.3 cm. Image size: 51 x 38 cm. We sell original antique maps to collectors, historians, educators and interior decorators all over the world. Our collection includes a wide range of authentic antique maps from the 16th to the 20th centuries. Buying and collecting antique maps is a tradition that goes back hundreds of years. Antique maps have proved a richly rewarding investment over the past decade, thanks to a growing appreciation of their unique historical appeal. Today the decorative qualities of antique maps are widely recognized by interior designers who appreciate their beauty and design flexibility. Depending on the individual map, presentation, and context, a rare or antique map can be modern, traditional, abstract, figurative, serious or whimsical. We offer a wide range of authentic antique maps for any budget.

Dimensions:

Height: 16.26 in (41.3 cm)Width: 21.26 in (54 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)

Materials and Techniques:

Paper

Period:

18th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1708

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Seller Location:

Langweer, NL

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