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Antique Map-ALGIERS-Merian-1646

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€175.00

‘ALGIER’

– Detailed 17th-century bird’s-eye view of Algiers (Algier), Algeria, by Matth?us Merian (1593-1650). This historical engraving, published in Frankfurt in 1646, presents a meticulously detailed depiction of the city, highlighting its fortifications, urban structures, and harbor activity. The map shows city walls, prominent buildings, and outlying forts, along with ships and galleons in the Mediterranean (Mare Libicum), underscoring Algiers’ strategic position as a maritime stronghold during the Ottoman period. This engraving originates from J. Gottfried’s Neuwe Archontologia Cosmica and is a fine example of Merian’s precision and artistry in topographical engraving. Condition: Excellent, with fine details preserved. An important piece reflecting Algiers’ historical significance as a major Mediterranean port and its role in North African and Ottoman history.

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Description

Medium: Copper engraving on hand-laid (verge) paper.

Sheet size: 32.7 x 38.1 cm (12.87 x 15 inch). Image size: 22 x 34.6 cm. (8.66 x 13.62 inch).

Condition: good, given age. Light foxing, creasing and soiling. Original vertical fold as issued. . General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.

ALGIERS, ALGIER, ANTIQUE MAP, MATTH?US MERIAN, 17TH-CENTURY MAP, OTTOMAN ALGIERS, HISTORICAL CARTOGRAPHY, AFRICA MAP, MEDITERRANEAN PORTS, FORTIFIED CITIES | PCO-E19-47

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

From Neuwe Archontologia Cosmica, published by Johann Ludwig Gottfried, 1646.

Reference: 10595.

Biography engraver: Matth?us Merian the Elder (1593-1650) was a Swiss engraver, publisher, and cartographer known for his highly detailed city views and maps. He studied in Zurich and worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, eventually completing and publishing de Bry’s Grand Voyages and Petit Voyages. Merian’s most famous works include the Topographia series, a 21-volume collection of European city views and maps, which were later continued by his sons. His historical engravings remain among the most detailed and sought-after cartographic works of the 17th century.

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Dimensions 38 × 32 × 1 cm

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