1693 – N. de Fer – Nice
50 €
Title: “NICE. Ville Frontiere d’Italie, situee sur la Mer Mediteranee …1691: AParis Chez le Sr. De Fer dans l’Isle du Palais sur le Quay de l’Orloge ala Sphere Royale”
Description:
Very decorative plan of the fortified city of Nice, France. It illustrates the complex bastion fortifications and the citadel that once defended the city. The plan depicts Nice as an important “Ville Frontiere d’Italie” (Frontier City of Italy) during a period of frequent conflict between France and the Duchy of Savoy.
The engraving comes from the Nicolas de Fer atlas “Les Forces de l’Europe, ou Description des principales villes, avec leurs fortifications.” engraved by Herman van Loon, published in Paris, 1693.
Cartographer: Nicolas de Fer (1646 – 1720)
Sheet size: 34,0 x 29,7 cm
Year: 1693
Technique: copper engraving
Condition:
Good, original condition.
This is an original antique map published in 1693 and NOT a modern copy or reprint
On your request I will provide a Certificate of Authenticity
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