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Leo Hollandicus--Visscher, Claes Jansz.
Estimate
25,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Comitatus Hollandiae denuo forma Leonis curiosa edita... [Amsterdam], 1622, 460 x 564mm. double-page engraved map, slight loss
- paper
This strikingly handsome design is an example of the sub-type known as Leo Hollandicus, covering the province of Holland only. It was devised by Visscher in about 1611 or 1612. The vignettes of costumed figures (note Simon Stevin's famous land-yachts in the upper right-hand panel), and views of the principal towns and cities of the province, are adapted from Willem Janszoon Blaeu's map of Holland of 1608 (see lot 24).
Schilder MCN VI, 72.1: noting three other examples; van der Heijden (Leo Belgicus), 23.1
Schilder MCN VI, 72.1: noting three other examples; van der Heijden (Leo Belgicus), 23.1
Literature
Schilder MCN VI, 72.1: noting three other examples; van der Heijden (Leo Belgicus), 23.1
Condition
Lots 23-88. Please note that many cartes-à-figures were larger than the bindings into which they were inserted. As a consequence, frequently a careless binder would crop the borders with loss of engraved area, which has happened to some of the maps described here. These maps were removed from their atlas by the owner to better preserve them; in some cases they have had margins added and centrefolds strengthened, and where loss has occurred they have been restored. A few have been backed on fine linen.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
This strikingly handsome design is an example of the sub-type known as Leo Hollandicus, covering the province of Holland only. It was devised by Visscher in about 1611 or 1612. The vignettes of costumed figures (note Simon Stevin's famous land-yachts in the upper right-hand panel), and views of the principal towns and cities of the province, are adapted from Willem Janszoon Blaeu's map of Holland of 1608 (see lot 24).
Schilder MCN VI, 72.1: noting three other examples; van der Heijden (Leo Belgicus), 23.1
illustrated on p.19