Bilder Christoph Weigel (1654–1725) – Dalmatia et Albania cum Proximis Regionibus / Dalmatia and Albania with Adjacent Regions – Hand-Coloured Copper Engraving (c.1720)

Beskrivning

Original Latin title: Dalmatia et Albania cum proximis regionibus & parte maris Adriatici. This antique map depicts the eastern Adriatic coastline, covering the historical regions of Dalmatia and Albania as well as parts of present-day Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and northern Albania. It includes detailed geographical features such as rivers, mountains, islands, and cities, with rich coastal topography and hand-applied colouring along the shorelines. The decorative cartouche features allegorical figures representing navigation and geography. The map was published in Nuremberg in the early 18th century as part of a broader effort to document the regions of Europe with clarity and artistic embellishment.

Christoph Weigel was a prominent German engraver, publisher, and cartographer based in Nuremberg. He produced numerous works of geographical and historical importance, often characterized by their precise engraving and elegant baroque ornamentation. Weigel collaborated with scholars and artists of his time to produce educational atlases and illustrated books. His maps are now prized for their artistic value and historical detail.

Artist or Maker:
Christoph Weigel

Dimensions:
30 cm x 24 cm

Medium:
Hand-Coloured Copper Engraving

Date:
c.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.