Old, antique map of Malta by Seutter M.G. c. 1741
Matthäus Seutter (Augsburg, 1678 - 1757)
Matthäus Seutter was an engraver, globe maker and map publisher in Augsburg. He apprenticed as an engraver to publisher J.B. Homann in Nuremberg in 1697. He returned to Augsburg c. 1707 and set up his own map publishing house, which became a primary competitor of the Homann company. As a result, most of Seutter's maps were based upon, if not copies, earlier work done by the Homann and Delisle firms.
Karl VI awarded him the title of Imperial Geographer in 1731.
Melite vulgo Malta cum Vicinis Goza, quae olim Gaulos, et Comino Insulis ...
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Category: Antique maps > Mediterranean Sea
Old, antique map of Malta by Seutter M.G.
With an inset plan of Valetta, an allegorical vignette at upper right and a panel at bottom with 67 coats-of-arms.
Copper engraving
Size: 50 x 58cm (19.5 x 22.6 inches)
Condition: Original old coloured, small tear at upper margin reinforced, light waterstain at top, upper margin trimmed.
Condition Rating: B
Early issue, without privilege.
Matthäus Seutter (Augsburg, 1678 - 1757)
Matthäus Seutter was an engraver, globe maker and map publisher in Augsburg. He apprenticed as an engraver to publisher J.B. Homann in Nuremberg in 1697. He returned to Augsburg c. 1707 and set up his own map publishing house, which became a primary competitor of the Homann company. As a result, most of Seutter's maps were based upon, if not copies, earlier work done by the Homann and Delisle firms.
Karl VI awarded him the title of Imperial Geographer in 1731.
