Engraving by Hermanus Schouten, 1780
€150.00
This authentic antique print, measuring 35.5 cm × 27.5 cm , created by Hermanus Schouten as a fine example of Engraving work from the 18th Century (1700s).
Published by Pierre Fouquet Jr., it is preserved in Very Good condition and displays remarkable period craftsmanship.
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Gezicht van het Corvers-Hof, tot Amsterdam is a detailed engraving by Herman Schouten, published around 1780. It was included as plate 74 in Pierre Fouquet Jr.’s renowned Atlas of Amsterdam. The view shows the Corvershof on Nieuwe Herengracht, number 18, near the Hermitage, looking toward the Weesperstraat. The scene combines precise architectural detail with a calm canal atmosphere typical of 18th‑century Amsterdam.
This Amsterdam Corvershof engraving measures 27.5 x 35.5 cm and is in very good condition, with a strong, clean impression. The clarity of the lines highlights Schouten’s careful technique and architectural eye. Collectors value this Amsterdam Corvershof engraving for its history, fine execution, and connection to Fouquet’s celebrated city views. VAT: Margingoods, no VAT.
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During the 18th century, mapmaking became more scientific and precise. Improved instruments like the telescope and chronometer helped cartographers increase accuracy, shifting maps from decorative art to factual documents. Copperplate engraving stayed as the main printing method, producing fine lines, while hand-coloring added visual impact. French cartographers, such as the Cassini family, led national surveys with geodetic measurements and triangulation, while Dutch mapmakers like Joan Blaeu enhanced printing and atlas quality, ushering in a golden age of atlases.
Maps began including more information and notes to help users, and ornate decorations mostly gave way to scientific clarity, except for cartouches and borders. National and colonial ambitions guided map production to aid navigation and territorial claims. By the late 18th century, large-scale surveys set modern cartography standards. Today, 18th-century maps mix scientific knowledge with artistry, are prized by collectors, and have influenced later cartographic methods. They offer insights into Enlightenment exploration and geography.
| Dimensions | 35.5 × 27.5 cm |
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| Frame | No Frame |
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| Technique | Engraving |
| Published by | Pierre Fouquet Jr. |
| Publish Date | 1780 |
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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.
