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Fionia (Fyn) Title: Fionia vulgo Funen Cartographer: Blaeu, Joan & Guiljelmus Published: Amsterdam, Blaeu, J. & G. Date: 1643-50 Size: [38 x 49,2 cm] Technic: Copper engraving / Original color. Description: Copper engraving, handcolored in outline when published. This antique map shows prominently the island of Funen (Fionia) in Denmark in the 'Baltic Sea'. The town of Odense highlights in the centre of the island of Funen. Of course many small place names, villages and small islands are engraved. In the lower left corner we find the a figurative title cartouche and in the upper left corner the coat of arms of Fionia. The mileage scale is at the lower right side. Inside the map are many place names, rivers, woods, etc. engraved. A very fine example published in a French text edition of the 'Atlas Major', wide full margins and outstanding hand coloring. Notes: In excellent condition. Condition: Excellent Reference: Price: /
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