Engraving by Lodovico Guicciardini, 1613
€125.00
This authentic antique print, measuring 20 cm × 14.5 cm , created by Lodovico Guicciardini as a fine example of Engraving work from the 17th Century (1600s).
Published by Lodovico Guicciardini, it is preserved in Very Good condition and displays remarkable period craftsmanship.
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This Groningen Antique Engraving titled ‘Groeninghen’ offers a fascinating early 17th-century view of the city of Groningen. Lodovico Guicciardini published this fine engraving in 1613 as part of his famous geographical work on the Netherlands.
The print measures 14.5 x 20 cm and remains in very good condition, with Dutch text on the reverse. The image shows the fortified city surrounded by walls, towers, and waterways, typical of early Dutch city profiles. The clear lines and balanced composition reflect the precision and style of Renaissance engraving.
This Groningen Antique Engraving is ideal for collectors of historical city views and Dutch topographic prints. It presents the city as it appeared four centuries ago, combining historical value with timeless visual appeal.
Lodovico Guicciardini (1521–1589) was an Italian writer, merchant, and historian from Florence who lived primarily in Antwerp from the early 1540s. He is best known for his influential book Descrittione di tutti i Paesi Bassi, altrimenti detti Germania inferiore (Description of the Low Countries), first published in 1567. This work provided a detailed account of the history, arts, economy, and cities of the Low Countries (now Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg), enriched with city maps and views engraved by leading artists of the time.
Guicciardini’s descriptions combined cultural, political, and geographical narratives, making it one of the earliest comprehensive guides to the region. His book was translated into several languages and reprinted over 60 times, significantly shaping European knowledge of the Low Countries in the 16th and 17th centuries. Guicciardini also criticized the effects of the Spanish War on the prosperous region and gave special attention to Antwerp, where he lived.
The 17th century greatly advanced mapmaking and printmaking, with copperplate engraving enabling cartographers to create detailed and accurate maps. During the Dutch Golden Age, increased trade and exploration boosted the demand for maps, turning map printing into a major industry. Skilled engravers carved designs into copper plates, applied ink, and pressed paper to produce fine prints. After printing, artisans hand-colored maps to enhance their beauty and clarity. Copperplate printing replaced woodcuts, offering smoother lines and finer details. Renowned mapmakers like Blaeu, Janssonius, and Hondius combined scientific knowledge with artistic skill. This era produced remarkable atlases, such as Joan Blaeu’s Atlas Maior. Maps not only charted geography but reflected political power, trade routes, and scientific discoveries. Printed maps became essential for navigation, colonization, and education. Dutch publishers led Europe’s map market, shaping global cartographic standards. These original maps remain prized for their detail and artistry, influencing future mapmaking and holding high value for collectors and museums today.
| Dimensions | 20 × 14.5 cm |
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| Frame | No Frame |
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| Technique | Engraving |
| Published by | Lodovico Guicciardini |
| Publish Date | 1613 |
Our antique prints are carefully packaged to ensure safe arrival.
Smaller prints are shipped in acid-free, flat protective packaging, while larger works are securely rolled and sent in a sturdy tube to preserve their condition.
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European Union: €15
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Our highest classification. These prints are clean, bright, and exceptionally well-preserved, featuring a strong and crisp image. No notable imperfections.
Prints in this condition show a clean, sharp image. Paper quality or margin size may vary slightly. Minor age-related characteristics, such as small wormholes, light toning, or tiny separations may be present depending on the print date.
No major imperfections. Any minor flaws or historical repairs are fully noted in the product description. Overall a well-preserved and collectible piece.
These prints show noticeable imperfections such as foxing, weaker image strength, or longer separations, but remain collectible. All visible characteristics are clearly described.
