Francenbergum, vel ut alij Francoburgum Hassiae Opp.; C. 1590 map of Frankenberg, Hesse, Germany by Braun and Hogenberg
Frans Hogenberg, 1599.
View. Color engraving. Image measures 19.25" x 12".
This fine decorative bird's eye view depicts the town of Frankenberg, a town in Hesse, central Germany. Published between 1572 and 1617 by Braun and Hogenberg, the map depicts the town from the northeast, on a hill above the River Eder. The walled city is beautifully depicted surrounded by fields, separated by fences. The Liebfrauenkirche, the three-aisled Church built in the gothic style in 1286, and based on the model of the Elizabeth Church in Marburg, is seen towering above the town.
The foreground features three figures, dressed in the style of the time. Three crests are featured above the title, including one that depicts a castle with a tower, together with the letter F. The view was published by Braun and Hogenberg in their famous city atlas "Civitates Orbis Terraru," a collection of city views and plans created as a companion to Ortelius' "Theatrum Orbis Terrarum" and published between 1572 and 1617. The view is in good condition with minor wear along the centerfold and minimal spotting.
Georg Braun (1541-1622) was a Catholic cleric who edited the "Civitates orbis terrarum," a collection of 546 prospects, bird's-eye views and maps of international cities. Hogenberg created the tables for the first 4 volumes. Together, these two geographers created a work that set new standard for cartography for the next century. This colored view is a must have for collectors of the region.
Language: Latin
Price: $350.00
Item #317603