Bilder Frederik de Wit (1630–1706) – Map of the Duchy of Brabant / Brabantiae Pars Interior – (c.1680)

Beskrivning

This detailed copperplate engraving titled Brabantiae Pars Interior presents the central part of the Duchy of Brabant, a historically significant region within the Low Countries. The map meticulously traces cities, towns, roads, rivers, and territorial boundaries, with Leuven, Brussels, and Mechelen among the key urban centers marked. The decorative cartouche in the lower-left corner features a crowned coat of arms flanked by allegorical figures and baroque ornaments, emphasizing Brabant’s political prestige in the Spanish Netherlands during the late 17th century.

Frederik de Wit was one of the foremost Dutch cartographers and publishers of his time. Operating out of Amsterdam, his maps and atlases were renowned for their precision, elegance, and clarity. De Wit’s work significantly contributed to the cartographic heritage of Europe, and his engravings remain some of the most sought-after examples of Golden Age Dutch mapmaking.

Artist or Maker:
Frederik de Wit

Dimensions:
48 cm x 60 cm

Medium:
Copperplate Engraving

Date:
c.1680

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.