Stato del Piemonte
Amsterdam: Johannes Blaeu.
Map. Copper plate engraving with original hand coloring. Image measures 15" x 19.5".
This lovely map of the Piedmont region of Italy by Johannes Blaeu dates to circa 1667. Featuring the region of Piedmont in northwestern Italy, the map also depicts parts of France in incredible detail. Notes several topographical and political information with mountains and forests beautifully rendered in profile.
The region of Piedmont is known for a variety of Italian wines, especially the velvety Barolo and Barbaresco wines and the sparkling Asti. This map is embellished by a grape cartouche and a scale cartouche. The map is in good condition with minor foxing and original plate mark visible.
Willem Blaeu (1571-1638) was a prolific Dutch mapmaker who started one of the most famous map publishing firms of the 17th century. It was at this time that the Dutch controlled the map trade, and their ornate and beautiful maps had immense popularity. Blaeu was instrumental in driving this dominance in his lifetime, and this legacy was continued by his sons. This series was published by his son Johannes (c. 1599-1673), who took over the business upon his father's death. This is a beautiful example of his work.t
Binding: Unbound
Language: English
Price: $500.00
Item #322209