1693 – N. de Fer – Stetin
70 €
Title: “Stetin ville forte d’Allemagne, Capitale de la Pomeranie Royale…”
Description:
Very decorative bird’s-eye view map of the fortified city of Stettin (now Szczecin, Poland) on the Oder River, created by Nicolas de Fer. The map provides a detailed view of the city’s natural defenses and fortifications. A numbered list identifies 13 specific sites within the city and fortress, including churches, and military structures.
A. Le Chateau
B. Notre Dame
C. Aux Frequins
D. Maison de Ville
E. Les Deschamois
F. St Nicolas
G. St Pierre, St Paul
H. Magazin
I. Porte du Moulin
K. Porte de Notre Dame
L. Porte de Darsin
M. Portes du … Esprit
N. St Gertrud
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: 32,7 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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