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Bilder Christoph Weigel – Map of Switzerland / Helvetiae – Hand-Coloured Engraving
Beskrivning
This elegant early 18th-century map of Switzerland (Helvetiae) was engraved and published by Christoph Weigel in Nuremberg. The map displays the Swiss cantons in distinct original hand colouring, carefully delineating political boundaries and topographical details. The title cartouche in the upper left is decorated with heraldic and allegorical motifs, while a small inset vignette in the lower left depicts a mountainous landscape, emblematic of the Alpine terrain.
Weigel’s maps are celebrated for their precision and decorative appeal, and this example is no exception, combining geographical accuracy with a strong visual aesthetic representative of German cartography during the Baroque period.
Artist or Maker:
Christoph Weigel
Dimensions:
37 cm x 45 cm
Medium:
Hand-Coloured Engraving
Date:
c.1720s
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.
