1744 – J. B. HOMANN – Scandinavia

Title:                      “Scandinavia complectens Sueciae Daniae & Norvegiae Regna ex Tabulis”

Description:
A beautifully detailed map of Scandinavia showing Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia and  parts of Russia. Elaborate figurative cartouche features a herald, putti, angels, a lion, and royal coat-of-arms.

Cartographer:     Johann Baptist Homann (1664-1724)
Sheet size:           52,3 x 62,5 cm
Year:                     1744
Technique:           copper engraving
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Condition:
Very good condition! Strong print on heavy paper. Fold as published. Contemporary hand colouring. Wide margins.

This is a genuine antique map published in 1744 and NOT a modern copy or reprint!