WILLEM BLAEU Americae Nova Tabula Amsterdam: Willem Blaeu, c. 1630, WILLEM BLAEU Americae Nova Tabula Amsterdam: Willem Blaeu, c. 1630

WILLEM BLAEU Americae Nova Tabula Amsterdam: Willem Blaeu, c. 1630

WILLEM BLAEU Americae Nova Tabula Amsterdam: Willem Blaeu, c. 1630

WILLEM BLAEU
Americae Nova Tabula
Amsterdam: Willem Blaeu, c. 1630
Copper engraving with original hand color
Measures 130x102 cm approx
Rare map of America from the golden age of Dutch cartography
Willem Blaeu's famous ancient map of the Americas.
Blaeu's Map of America is one of the most sought after maps of America from the golden age of Dutch cartography, blending contemporary geographic knowledge and a rich decorative image. Blaeu's maps set the standard for the quality of engraving, paper and color. The map was shown on canvas at two different times for the maintenance of the work itself. Present small falls and restorations. Private collection, from Palazzo Grassetti, former property of Enrico Mattei