Original Antique Map
NOVA TOTIUS,
ANGLIAE, SCOTIAE et HIBERNIAE
By Frederick De Wit
Published Amsterdam circa 1675
A fine copper engraved large format original antique map of The British Isles.
An attractive and striking map with original hand colouring which remains bright and fresh.
Features the coats of arms of England, Scotland and Ireland to the upper left and the title is displayed in a fine cartouche featuring mermaid like figures and a royal coat of arms.
An excellent example of this somewhat scarce map.
There is some minor chipping to the outer margins reinforced verso not affecting the map area, and a very small crease (North Sea area). Central fold line as issued. Otherwise a handsome map in fine condition.
Approx. 22" x 19" (570mm x 480mm) map area only, with good margins beyond.
Printed on hand laid paper which remains stable and robust, blank verso.
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Frederick De Wit (c1629-1706) was a leading Dutch cartographer born in Gouda but active in mapmaking in Amsterdam from 1648 to 1706. The printing business was originally known as "The Three Crabs" which later became "The White Chart". He produced a number of world atlases and one of the Netherlands. A Sea Atlas and numerous town and city plans were also added to the inventory. His wife Maria continued the business briefly after his death in 1706 but the plates and stock were sold to Covens and Mortier in 1710.
A GENUINE ANTIQUE MAP GUARANTEED OVER 340 YEARS OLD FROM LINDISFARNE PRINTS
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