An Antique Engraved View of Copper Mining in Sweden in the 17th C. By Dahlberg, 1705

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This is an antique engraved view entitled "Fodinae aerariae Falunenfis, qui orientem fpectat, delineatio" (Copper mining in Falun), Sweden in … more This is an antique engraved view entitled "Fodinae aerariae Falunenfis, qui orientem fpectat, delineatio" (Copper mining in Falun), Sweden in 1705 from "Sueciae Antiquae et Hodiernae"' published in Stockholm by Erik Dahlberg (1625-1703). The engraving was created by Johannes van den Aveelen (1650-1727), who was an accomplished copperplate engraver who emigrated to Sweden to work on Dahlberg's spectacular book, "Sueciae Antiquae et Hodiernae", which was focused on the views and architecture of Sweden, both in the ancient past and at the time of the publication.
This engraving depicts a very active 17th century working scene at the Great Copper Mountain Mine in Falun, Sweden as it appeared in 1687 when the original drawing was created. The mine operated for a millennium from the 10th century to 1992. It produced as much as two thirds of Europe's copper needs and helped fund many of Sweden's wars in the 17th century. Technological developments at the mine influenced global mining for two centuries. The mine is now a museum and in 2001 was designated a UNESCO world heritage site.
The engraving is presented in a cream colored mat that is suitable for framing. The mat measures 17.25" x 12.25" and the visible portion measures 11.13" x 15.38". There is a central vertical fold as issued. The print is excellent condition. less