Engraving by Johann Christoph Nabholz, circa 1760
€300.00
This authentic antique print, measuring 38 cm × 26.5 cm , created by Johann Christoph Nabholz as a fine example of Engraving work from the 18th Century (1700s).
Published by Imperial Academy of Liberal Arts in Augsburg, it is preserved in Very Good condition and displays remarkable period craftsmanship.
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This vintage Dresden engraving shows the Catholic Church and the bridge towards the Neustadt area. Created by Nabholz after Rohlhuagen, it was published by the Imperial Academy of Liberal Arts in Augsburg around 1760. The print measures 26.5 by 38 cm and features beautiful hand coloring. It is a perspective view known as a Guckkastenblatt or Vue d’Optique, designed to give a three-dimensional illusion.
The piece remains in very good condition with vibrant colors and a small wormhole in the margin. This engraving captures an 18th-century view of Dresden, highlighting its architecture and urban life by the Elbe river. Collectors and lovers of historical prints value this work for its artistic detail and cultural significance. Adding this vintage Dresden engraving to your collection means owning a remarkable piece of German heritage and baroque print art. The detailed craftsmanship and vivid coloring make it a striking example of 18th-century engraving techniques.
Johann Christoph Nabholz (1752–1796) was a German printmaker, engraver, painter, and graphic artist known for his detailed etchings and designs. Nabholz created fine art prints including intricate designs for vases and architectural elements. His work is recognized for its technical skill and artistic quality within the German Old Masters tradition. Collectors value Nabholz’s engravings for their craftsmanship and contribution to 18th-century European art.
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 | 38 × 26.5 cm |
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| Frame | No Frame |
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| Publish Date | circa 1760 |
| Published by | Imperial Academy of Liberal Arts in Augsburg |
| Technique | Engraving |
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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.
