Bilder Frederik de Wit (1630–1706) – Map of the Duchy of Limburg and County of Valkenburg / Tabula Ducatus Limburch et Comitatus Valckenburgh – (c.1680)

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This historical map titled Tabula Ducatus Limburch et Comitatus Valckenburgh depicts the duchy and surrounding counties in the region today shared by Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany. The engraving details cities, roads, forests, and rivers, including Maastricht, Valkenburg, and Liège. The upper-left cartouche is flanked by male figures and crowned with the heraldic lion of Limburg, while the lower-right corner features a classical-style scale cartouche held by cherubs. The map conveys the geopolitical complexity of the borderlands in the Spanish Netherlands during the 17th century.

Frederik de Wit, a master engraver and cartographer of the Dutch Golden Age, was based in Amsterdam and gained international recognition for the clarity, precision, and artistry of his maps. His atlas plates were widely distributed across Europe and contributed significantly to geographic knowledge of the time. De Wit’s prints are prized for their combination of decorative elegance and scientific accuracy.

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.