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Author: M. Florimi
Year/Period: 1600's
| Size: | Inches: | 35 x 26 |
| CM: | 88 X 66 |
Price: $599.99
SKU: PIA 22
Description:
Matteo Florimi was an Italian mapmaker of the 17th century. This Map of Parma is characterized by sharp outlines and a legend at the lower edge that provides precise numerical reference to the major points of interest and monuments.
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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