Brema.
(Hansestadt Bremen)
Es handelt sich hierbei um
eine originale, altkolorierte Kupferstich-Ansicht Bremens aus Braun und Hogenbergs „Civitates
Orbis Terrarum“ um 1580.
English description:
A rare and very detailed bird's eye view of the city of Bremen in decorative old colours. This genuine copper engraving derives from a Latin edition of Braun and Hogenberg's "Civitates Orbis Terrarum", printed in 1580. The engraving shows a panoramic view of the whole city with it's fortifications and the Weser river. The view is further enriched by a coat of arms and several persons in the foreground. The engraving measures 37 x 49 cm (platesize) and is in good condition. The paper is slightly browned due to age and the centrefold has been backed with thin Japanese paper.
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