Print Description
Theatrum Europaeum. Continuation of Volume 15, covering significant European events from 1696 to 1700. Elaborate allegorical engraving featuring classical figures, cherubs, and symbolic imagery, showcasing a blend of historical and mythological themes.
Made by Matthaus Merian (the Elder) after own design.
Medium: Copper engraving on hand-laid (verge) paper.
Sheet size: 22 x 33.5 cm (8.66 x 13.19 inch). Image size: 22 x 33.5 cm. (8.66 x 13.19 inch).
Condition: good, given age. Light soiling, foxing and creasing. Some small tears in paper edge. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
THEATRUM EUROPAEUM, MATTH?US MERIAN, EUROPEAN HISTORY, 1700S PRINTS, ALLEGORY, COPPER ENGRAVING, BAROQUE ART | PCO-E100-11
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Theatrum Europaeum, Volume 15. Published by Matth?us Merian (the Elder), printed by Johann Philipp Andreae in Frankfurt (Main), 1707.
State: First edition.
Reference: Deutsches Historisches Museum, Berlin, Inventory No. RA 57/2057-15.
Biography engraver: Matth?us Merian (1593-1650) was a Swiss engraver and publisher, celebrated for his detailed historical and topographical works.
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