Bilder Christoph Weigel (1654–1725) – Map of the City of Augsburg / Urbis Augustae Vindobonae – Hand-Coloured Copperplate Engraving – Early 18th Century

Beskrivning

This finely engraved and hand-coloured map titled Urbis Augustae Vindobonae presents a detailed city plan of Augsburg, surrounded by fortified bastions in the Baroque style. The layout includes precise renderings of the city's streets, waterways, and architectural blocks, along with extensive reference tables identifying key buildings, churches, gates, and public institutions. The cartouche at the top right attributes the work to Christoph Weigel. Colored outlines in yellow, green, and red mark city walls, fortifications, and specific administrative districts.

Christoph Weigel (1654–1725) was a German engraver and publisher based in Nuremberg, known for his detailed topographical, military, and heraldic engravings. His city plans, often combining cartography with explanatory indexes, reflect the scientific and urbanistic interests of the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Augsburg, a Free Imperial City of great importance in the Holy Roman Empire, was frequently mapped during this period due to its architectural, commercial, and military significance.

Artist or Maker:
Christoph Weigel

Dimensions:
approx. 37 cm x 45 cm

Medium:
Hand-Coloured Copperplate Engraving

Date:
Early 18th Century

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.