Europe - European Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, the Baltic Republics (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania); Gerard Mercator (1512 /1594) - "Rvssia cum confinis" - 1581-1600
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Mercator’s map titled "Rvssia cum confinis" shows European Russia with borders, etched copperplate, hand-coloured contemporarily, on heavy laid paper, in good condition and measuring 460 by 560 mm, from the Atlas di Mercatore.
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Type: Copperplate engraving on copper, with period border coloration;
Support: Heavy laid paper;
Condition: Excellent plate impression, period coloration, good preservation with slight traces of foxing and browning; The left and right margins show evident signs of wear, with fraying, small tears and losses along the outer edge. The paper shows a light and natural browning of time; Editorial fold, restoration along the left and right sides; all as per the photos;
Shipping: Insured shipping via Bartolini/DPD courier. To benefit from the insurance coverage, any damage to the package must be disputed and reported to the courier at delivery. Otherwise, it will not be possible to activate the insurance reimbursement procedure;
Provenance: From a private collection;
Gerardus Mercator (Latinization of Geert De Kremer, 1512–1594) was the most important Flemish mathematician, geographer and cartographer in history, renowned for revolutionizing navigation by introducing the Mercator projection in 1569 and for coining the term "Atlas" to describe a coordinated collection of geometric maps.
Seller's Story
The seller recommends that when collecting the shipment, you report any anomalies, damaged and/or opened packages to the courier. The insurance is not liable if these reports are not made. Thank you
Translated by Google TranslateType: Copperplate engraving on copper, with period border coloration;
Support: Heavy laid paper;
Condition: Excellent plate impression, period coloration, good preservation with slight traces of foxing and browning; The left and right margins show evident signs of wear, with fraying, small tears and losses along the outer edge. The paper shows a light and natural browning of time; Editorial fold, restoration along the left and right sides; all as per the photos;
Shipping: Insured shipping via Bartolini/DPD courier. To benefit from the insurance coverage, any damage to the package must be disputed and reported to the courier at delivery. Otherwise, it will not be possible to activate the insurance reimbursement procedure;
Provenance: From a private collection;
Gerardus Mercator (Latinization of Geert De Kremer, 1512–1594) was the most important Flemish mathematician, geographer and cartographer in history, renowned for revolutionizing navigation by introducing the Mercator projection in 1569 and for coining the term "Atlas" to describe a coordinated collection of geometric maps.
Seller's Story
The seller recommends that when collecting the shipment, you report any anomalies, damaged and/or opened packages to the courier. The insurance is not liable if these reports are not made. Thank you
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Era
1400-1900
Number of objects
1
Country
Europe
Geographical specification
European Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, the Baltic Republics (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania)
Map maker/publisher
Gerard Mercator (1512 /1594)
Map/book title
"Rvssia cum confinis"
Period
1581-1600
Condition
Good
Technique
Copper engraving
Additional Information
Mercator's Atlas
Map colour
Contemporary hand colour
Height
460 mm
Width
560 mm
