- 53
Janssonius, Johannes and Jodocus Hondius Jr.
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Geldriae Ducatus descriptio... [Amsterdam, c.1629], 414 x 567mm., double-page engraved panelled map, slight loss at sides, re-margined
- paper
Rare panelled map of Geldria, bordered with ten fine city panoramas and six costume figures, one of the few examples of collaboration between the rival firms of Jodocus Hondius Jr. and his brother-in-law Johannes Janssonius.
The town plans include Zutphen, Roermond, Nijmegen and Harderwijk
The town plans include Zutphen, Roermond, Nijmegen and Harderwijk
Literature
Schilder MCN VI 66.1, recording five other examples; Vredenberg-Alink (Gelderland) 33a/b
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
Rare panelled map of Geldria, bordered with ten fine city panoramas and six costume figures, one of the few examples of collaboration between the rival firms of Jodocus Hondius Jr. and his brother-in-law Johannes Janssonius.
The town plans include Zutphen, Roermond, Nijmegen and Harderwijk
The town plans include Zutphen, Roermond, Nijmegen and Harderwijk
Schilder MCN VI 66.1, recording five other examples; Vredenberg-Alink (Gelderland) 33a/b