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Author: Visscher (N. Piscator )
Year/Period: 1632
| Size: | Inches: | 32 x 24 |
| CM: | 80 x 60 |
Price: $559.99
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Description:
Map of Poland with cartouche representing in all the four corners of the map : Kings ( on the left side Sigismundus II and III , and on the right side Stephanus I Henricus II ), nobles and local costume figures , insignia of the Kingdom, and views of famous cities . In the upper level views of the cities of Cracow and Dantzick, and in the lower level from left to right the views of Posnan , Crossen, Sandomiria, Breslaw.
We remind you to refer to the artistic process shown on the left side or see the video available on the right side referring to the artistic process.
Engraving Information:
This artistic reproduction of a vintage map was made using modern graphic procedures, but obtaining the results found in the antique copperplate engraving technique, as one can easily find out by lightly rubbing his/her finger on the map. This map, which is an exact reproduction of the original antique, is printed on cotton paper panels which are glued and mounted on a cotton cloth background "a stacchi" (slightly separated from each other), in order to allow for folding and easier transport. Finally, map is water-colored by hand making it a truly unique piece, worthy of the original old print.
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