Johann Baptist Homann (1664-1724, Nuremberg) Map of Denmark, C. 1715-1730

Description

a beautiful engraved map of Denmark by Johann Homann.
The map shows the principal islands to include the eastern coastline … more a beautiful engraved map of Denmark by Johann Homann.
The map shows the principal islands to include the eastern coastline of Denmark and a little of Sweden.
Topographic detail identifies the Baltic Sea islands of Zeeland, Fionia, Langeland, Laland, Falstria and Fembria Mona based on the cartographic sources by Ioh. (Johan) Hübner.
A lovely title cartouche illustrating The Sund and sailing ships as they approach Copenhagen with the Royal Coat of Arms above. To the right is an allegoric scene of mermen frolicking.
Very decorative with period hand tinted island and outlines
The paper is watermarked
Antique original, circa 1715-1730

Johann Baptist Homann (1664-1724, Nuremberg) was the most prominent and prolific cartographer of the 18th century. In 1702 he founded a publishing firm under his name. He produced hundreds of maps. His style is characterized with detailed engraving, elaborate allegorical cartouches and vivid hand coloring. Appointed as Imperial Cartographer by the Holy Roman Emperor Charles the VI, he had access to the most up to date cartographic information as well as to the "Privilege", an early form of copyright. Most of his maps printed between the 1715-30 have the inscription "Cum Privilegio". (ref.: geographicus)

Measurements: Approx. 24.25" x 21" the sheet; 23.25 " x 19.5" the plate
Condition: Good/Very Good overall. Moderate discoloration and staining, unobtrusive, visible from the back mostly and expected with the age. Please see photos. All original. less