Hand-colored engraving by Vincenzo Coronelli, 1691
€650.00
This authentic antique print, measuring 26 cm × 43 cm , created by Vincenzo Coronelli as a fine example of Hand-colored engraving work from the 17th Century (1600s).
Published by Vincenzo Coronelli, it is preserved in Very Good condition and displays remarkable period craftsmanship.
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This rare 1691 Coronelli engraving shows two grand Venetian galleys. It comes from Vincenzo Coronelli’s celebrated “Atlante Veneto”, a landmark 17th-century atlas. Coronelli, one of the foremost cosmographers and engravers of his time, created works known for their exquisite detail and artistic quality.
The engraving features vivid hand-colouring and fine linework. The strong composition highlights the majestic maritime power of Venice’s fleets. It is a standout piece for collectors of antique prints, Venetian history, and maritime art.
This engraving embodies coronelli’s legacy of combining geographic precision with beautiful artistry. It is a valued addition to any collection focused on 17th-century cartography or naval history.
Vincenzo Coronelli (1650–1718) was an Italian Franciscan friar, cartographer, cosmographer, publisher, and encyclopedist from Venice. He gained fame for creating large, finely crafted terrestrial and celestial globes, including a notable pair for Louis XIV of France. Coronelli was appointed the official Cosmographer of the Republic of Venice and founded the Accademia Cosmografica degli Argonauti, one of the world’s oldest geographical societies. He produced hundreds of detailed maps and atlases, including the influential Atlante Veneto. Coronelli also worked on the first modern-style geographical encyclopedia, the Biblioteca Universale Sacro-Profana. His maps often combined geographical precision with artistic flourishes and covered extensive areas of Europe and the Adriatic coast. He played a major role in Baroque cartography and contributed significantly to geographic knowledge and mapmaking during his lifetime.
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 | 26 × 43 cm |
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| Publish Date | 1691 |
| Published by | Vincenzo Coronelli |
| Technique | Hand-colored 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.
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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.
