Bohemia newly described, Speed John, anno 1626
By Speed John, 1542-1629
Bohemia newly described, Speed John, anno 1626 Publication: Prospect of the Most Famous Parts of the World, edited, circa anno 1650 Size: 52 x 41 cm To see is Bohemia with borders, edited by John Speed, 1542-1629. Seventeen engraved vignettes parade at top and sides, presenting views of Prague/Praha, the Emperor s Court and principal cities of Czalsau, Komutov/Komutau, Polm, Schlan & Laun/Louny. The side borders illustrate five different levels of Bohemian society from King and Queen to countryman and countrywoman, all in fabulous costume. Related English text on verso. THERE ARE SOME MOSTLY ON MARGINS RESTORED TEARS. PLEASE HAVE A LOOK TO THE PICTURES
Published by: Speed John, 1542-1629, 1626
Vendor: Hammelburger Antiquariat
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By Speed John, 1542-1629
Bohemia newly described, Speed John, anno 1626 Publication: Prospect of the Most Famous Parts of the World, edited, circa anno 1650 Size: 52 x 41 cm To see is Bohemia with borders, edited by John Speed, 1542-1629. Seventeen engraved vignettes parade at top and sides, presenting views of Prague/Praha, the Emperor s Court and principal cities of Czalsau, Komutov/Komutau, Polm, Schlan & Laun/Louny. The side borders illustrate five different levels of Bohemian society from King and Queen to countryman and countrywoman, all in fabulous costume. Related English text on verso. THERE ARE SOME MOSTLY ON MARGINS RESTORED TEARS. PLEASE HAVE A LOOK TO THE PICTURES
Published by: Speed John, 1542-1629, 1626
Vendor: Hammelburger Antiquariat
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