Antique map of the vicinity of Brussels by Blaeu J 1649-55
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Southern Brabant (Brussels) by Willem Blaeu. 1643
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Antique map of the vicinity of Brussels by Blaeu J., oriented to the West
The title cartouche is adorned with the arms of Brussels, Nivelles and Vilvoorde.
COMMENTARY ON VERSO: "As to the city of Brussels, it occupies a large area, having a double circuit of walls. The entire space between the two walls is filled with the townhouses of the great and a few houses of private individuals, along with gardens, meadows, orchards and, in places, fields; all of which make the city a very pleasant spot."
Cartographer: van Langeren M. F. (1598-1675)
Date of the first edition: 1634
Date of this map: 1649-55
Copper engraving
Size: 41.5 x 52.5cm (16.1 x 20.5 inches)
Verso text: Latin
Condition: Old coloured, excellent.
Condition Rating: A
References: Van der Krogt 2, 3111:2.
From: Theatrum Orbis Terrarum.. J. Blaeu, 1649-55. (Van der Krogt 2, 2:202)