Bilder Christoph Weigel the Elder (1654–1725) – Map of the Kingdom of Prussia / Regni Prussiæ Accurata Delineatio – Hand-Coloured Copperplate Engraving (1720)

Beskrivning

This hand-coloured copperplate engraving by Christoph Weigel the Elder depicts the Kingdom of Prussia and surrounding regions with notable clarity and decorative elegance. The map is titled Regni Prussiæ Accurata Delineatio and shows key provinces such as Pomerelia, Samogitia, and Polish Prussia, with the Baltic Sea (Mare Balthicum) to the north. Ports like Danzig (Gdańsk), Pillau, and Königsberg are prominently marked. The allegorical cartouche in the upper left features two crowned putti and a sailing ship, typical of Weigel’s baroque cartographic style. This work was likely issued in Nuremberg in the early 18th century as part of a historical atlas.

Christoph Weigel the Elder (1654–1725) was a German engraver and publisher known for his highly detailed maps and illustrated theological works, contributing significantly to the visual culture of the Baroque period.


Artist or Maker:
Christoph Weigel the Elder

Dimensions:
25 cm x 20 cm

Medium:
Hand-Coloured Copperplate Engraving

Date:
1720

Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.