Middelburg Zeeland Netherlands Low Countries 1673 Priorato City Plan Map Holland, Belgium, Low Countries

Midelburg.(Old Maps, 17th Century Maps, Europe, Low Countries, Netherlands, Zeeland, Middelburg, City Plan, Fortifications). Issued 1673, Vienna by Gualdo Priorato. Fine late 17th century folio engraved plan of this Dutch city, capital of the province of Zeeland. With beautiful full hand color which greatly enhances the visual appeal of the map. Paper gently wrinkled, top thin 1" strip portion of map backed long ago with hand-made old paper. Map still displays very well. Clean and well-preserved overall, still an entirely pleasing example of this 17th century Dutch city plan which will look lovely if displayed. Small Folio, Original fold line as issued. Sheet measures c. 17 1/2" W x 13 1/4" H. Engraved area c. 16" W x 12 1/4" H. Cartographic References:Hameleers, Kaarten van Amsterdam 1538-1865, 72- (Van Somer/ Gualdo Priorato/ Thurnmayer). Tooleys Dictionary of Mapmakers , vol. 2, p. 227 (Gualdo). Graesse, Tresor de Livres Rares et Precious , V. III, 166 [noting this earliest/ first printing although other later printings were issued].[R34272].