1729 – J. B. Homann – Tractus Norwegiæ Danicus

Title:                      “Tractus Norwegiæ Danicus Magnam Dioceseos Aggerhusiensis… Anno 1729 Cum Privilegio S. C. M.”​
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Description:
One of the most impressive copper engraving map of Norway, it shows areas of  Cristania (Oslo), Sperillen Land, South of Cristania with Moss and Monnicke Island. A gorgeous decorative title cartouche and an impressive mining and smelting scenes decorating the map. Map is dated 1729.

Map comes from Johann Baptist Homann atlas “Grosser Atlas ueber die ganze Welt“ published in Nuremberg 1729.

Cartographer:      Johann Baptist Homann (1664-1724)
Sheet size:           62,7 x 54,3 cm
Year:                     1729
Technique:           copper engraving

Condition:
Good condition, original hand coloring, watermarked paper. Few lightly brownish spots and middlefold separations present.
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This is an original antique map published in 1729 and NOT a modern copy or reprint.

On your request I will provide a Certificate of Authenticity