Namur Limburg Low Countries Belgium Netherlands 1638 Mercator miniature map LowCountries Illinois by Richardson Silk

Illinois by Richardson Silk

A New Map of the Circle of Franconia From the Latest Authorities

Almost certainly organic glue which would allow the prints to be soaked off if desired

10 5/8" W x 14 3/4" H

Finland in the Sixteenth Century

Namur Limburg Low Countries Belgium Netherlands 1638 Mercator miniature map LowCountries Illinois by Richardson SilkLeodiensis Dioecesis. (Europe, Low Countries, Belgium, Netherlands, Limburg, Valkenburg). Issued 1638, Amsterdam by Mercator. Early 17th century engraved map lovely hand color. Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive. Sheet Measures c. 6 1 2" H x 9" W. Engraved Area Measures c. 5 3 4" H x 7" W. Cartographic Reference(s): Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 3. [PL103].