Hand-colored engraving by Merian, 1677
€475.00
This authentic antique print, measuring 43 cm × 30.5 cm , created by Merian as a fine example of Hand-colored engraving work from the 17th Century (1600s).
Published by Merian Heirs, it is preserved in Good condition and displays remarkable period craftsmanship.
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This London Great Fire Antique Map titled ‘Grundriss der Statt London wie solche vor und nach dem Brand anzusehen, sampt dem Newen Model wie selbige widrum Auffgebauwet werden solle’ is a famous and very rare 17th‑century engraving. The Merian Heirs of Frankfurt published it in 1677. The map shows the city before and after the Great Fire of 1666, with the burnt area rendered in white.
The handcoloured engraving measures 30.5 x 43 cm and remains in good condition, with minor folds and restorations. The title scroll at the top carries the royal and city arms. At the bottom, a second scroll contains notes on the shading and an inset plan of Robert Hooke’s proposed design for rebuilding the city, complete with a key and reference table.
This London Great Fire Antique Map is an important historical document and a striking work of art. It combines cartography, architecture, and early urban planning. Collectors of London history and rare 17th‑century maps will find it both informative and highly decorative.
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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 | 43 × 30.5 cm |
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| Technique | Hand-colored engraving |
| Published by | Merian Heirs |
| Publish Date | 1677 |
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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.
