Hand-colored copper engraving by Nicolaes Visscher II, circa 1690–1700
€1,000.00
This authentic antique print, measuring 75 cm × 57 cm , created by Nicolaes Visscher II as a fine example of Hand-colored copper engraving work from the 17th Century (1600s).
Published by Pieter Schenk, it is preserved in Very Fine condition and displays remarkable period craftsmanship.
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Nicolaes Visscher II created this finely hand-colored Antique Map of Holland around 1690–1700. Pieter Schenk published it in Amsterdam during the Dutch Golden Age. The map shows major towns such as Amsterdam, Haarlem, Leiden, Delft, The Hague, and Rotterdam. It highlights the rivers, canals, and dikes that reflect Holland’s advanced water management.
The ornate title cartouche, coats of arms, and Latin title add artistic and symbolic value. The map measures 75 by 57 cm. It is a copperplate engraving in excellent condition with fresh hand-coloring and original folds. This map illustrates Holland’s geographic detail and political power during its peak. It serves as both a practical tool and a decorative piece, prized by collectors and historians alike.
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Nicolaes Visscher II (1649–1702) was a prominent Dutch engraver, cartographer, and map publisher from Amsterdam, belonging to the distinguished Visscher family of cartographers. He was the son of Nicolaes Visscher I and the grandson of Claes Janszoon Visscher, both significant figures in Dutch Golden Age cartography. Nicolaes II continued the family tradition by producing detailed and decorative maps and atlases that were highly regarded for their accuracy and artistry. After his death, his wife Elisabeth maintained the business, and the engraved plates were sold to Peter Schenk, who reprinted many of the Visscher maps. The Visscher maps are noted for their elaborate cartouches and rich detail, contributing greatly to 17th-century European cartographic heritage.
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 | 75 × 57 cm |
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| Publish Date | circa 1690–1700 |
| Published by | Pieter Schenk |
| Technique | Hand-colored copper engraving |
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.
Netherlands: €7.50 —
European Union: €15
Outside the EU: On request (contact us for an exact quote)
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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.
