Lot 109
  • 109

OTTENS, LARGE ENGRAVED WALL MAP OF EUROPE, [EARLY EIGHTEENTH CENTURY]

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Europa. [Amsterdam: Reiner and Joshua Ottens, early eighteenth century]
1100 x 1300mm., large engraved wall map on six sheets joined, contemporary hand-colour, elaborate vignettes, backed on linen, old folds and a few minor tears

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, where appropriate.
"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

Apparently a later edition of Frederick de Wit's monumental wall map Nova et Accurata Totius Europae Tabula, with the imprint of R. & J. Ottens and without side panels.