Comitatus Burgundiae tam in primarias ejus Praefecturas quam in Minores Earundem Balliviat aliasq, Ditiones subjacentes et infertas a vicinis Regionibus accurate et distincte divisi. Nova Repraesentatio Geographica facta a Ioh. Baptista Homano Noribergae.

Published by Homann, J. B. 1720-30, Nürnberg, 1720

Seller: Antiquariat Reinhold Berg eK Inh. R.Berg, Regensburg, GermanyAntiquariat Reinhold Berg eK Inh. R.Berg

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Original antique copper engraving, hand colored in outline and wash when published. Decorative and detailed 18th century map of the French wine region Burgundy. Johann Baptist Homann(20 March 1664 1 July 1724) was a Germangeographerandcartographer, who also made maps of theAmericas.Homann was born in Oberkammlach nearKammlachin theElectorate of Bavaria. Although educated at aJesuitschool, and preparing for an ecclesiastical career, he eventually converted toProtestantismand from 1687 worked as acivil law notaryinNuremberg. He soon turned toengravingand cartography; in 1702 he founded his own publishing house.Homann acquired renown as a leading German cartographer, and in 1715 was appointed Imperial Geographer by EmperorCharles VI. Giving such privileges to individuals was an added right that theHoly Roman Emperorenjoyed. In the same year he was also named a member of thePrussian Academy of SciencesinBerlin. Of particular significance to cartography were the imperialprinting privileges(Latin:privilegia impressoria). These protected for a time the authors in all scientific fields such as printers,copperengravers, map makers and publishers. They were also very important as a recommendation for potential customers.In 1716 Homann published his masterpieceGrosser Atlas ueber die ganze Welt(Grand Atlas of all the World). Numerous maps were drawn up in cooperation with the engraverChristoph Weigel the Elder, who also publishedSiebmachers Wappenbuch.Homann died in Nuremberg in 1724. He was succeeded by his son Johann Christoph (1703-1730). The company carried on upon his death asHomann heirscompany, managed by Johann Michael Franz and Johann Georg Ebersberger. After subsequent changes in management the company folded in 1852.[1]The company was known as "Homann Erben", "Homanniani Heredes", or "Heritiers de Homann" abroad. (Wikipedia) In good condition. Backed tear in the upper part of the map. 57.5 x 48.5 cm (22.75 x 19 inches).…

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Title
Comitatus Burgundiae tam in primarias ejus Praefecturas quam in Minores Earundem Balliviat aliasq, Ditiones subjacentes et infertas a vicinis Regionibus accurate et distincte divisi. Nova Repraesentatio Geographica facta a Ioh. Baptista Homano Noribergae.
Author
Homann, Johann Baptist
Publisher
Homann, J. B. 1720-30, Nürnberg
Publication year
1720
Dimensions
57.5 x 48.5 cm (22.75 x 19 inches).

Antiquariat Reinhold Berg eK Inh. R.Berg

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We are dealers over 30 years specialized in antique maps, atlases, decorative prints and antiquarian books. Our retail premises is daily open. We are professional dealers in rare maps, atlases and fine decorative prints. We are a member of the "Verband Deutscher Antiquare" and ILAB (International League of Antiquarian Booksellers). As a member of the ILAB we guarantee our clients the authenticity of the purchased items and provide full professionality in building up and extending their collections.…

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