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Leo Belgicus--Visscher, Claes Jansz.
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Novissima et accuratissima Leoni Belgici, seu septemdecim regionum descriptio... Amsterdam, [c.1611], 470 x 580mm., double-page engraved map, side panels with twenty fine vignette city views, the upper border contains the arms of each of the seventeen provinces, fine dark impression, trimmed at the foot with slight loss
- paper
In this depiction of the Leo Belgicus, made to commemorate the Twelve Years' Truce (1609-1621) between Spain and the Netherlands (Bestand voor 12 Jaer), the lion himself, although apparently resting, is watchful with his sword at his right paw, wary of danger. The Knight of War (Slapende Oorloch), sleeps at his paws. The lion is protecting the Seventeen Provinces, which are illustrated by peaceful scenes of farming, safe travel and increasingly prosperous towns and cities and fruitful trade and commerce.
Van de Heijden (Leo Belgicus) 5.2
Van de Heijden (Leo Belgicus) 5.2
Literature
Van de Heijden (Leo Belgicus) 5.2
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
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
In this depiction of the Leo Belgicus, made to commemorate the Twelve Years' Truce (1609-1621) between Spain and the Netherlands (Bestand voor 12 Jaer), the lion himself, although apparently resting, is watchful with his sword at his right paw, wary of danger. The Knight of War (Slapende Oorloch), sleeps at his paws. The lion is protecting the Seventeen Provinces, which are illustrated by peaceful scenes of farming, safe travel and increasingly prosperous towns and cities and fruitful trade and commerce.
Van de Heijden (Leo Belgicus) 5.2
This is the rare second state (the first recorded in only a single example).