507 - Germany - Maps of the Rhine

Germany - Maps of the Rhine De Wit, Frederick *Totius Fluminis Rheni Novissima*. Circa 1670. Colored copperplate engraving, composed of two plates. 104 x 32 cm. With an allegorical cartouche and maritime scenery. Printed by Frederick de Wit, Amsterdam. — This map depicts the entire course of the Rhine in a decorative composition consisting of two segments. The title on the left cartouche “Totius Fluminis Rheni Novissima Descriptio ex officina F. de Wit” refers to the Amsterdam publisher and cartographer Frederick de Wit, whose Rhine maps of the late 17th century rank among the most prestigious cartographic works of their kind. The territories, cities, and landscapes along the river are depicted in dense topographic detail, with prominent boundary lines. — Mounted in places on backing and in a passe-partout. Sheet slightly irregular at the edges, with occasional partial stains on the reverse. Overall, very good condition. Rhine. - Colored copperplate engraving, composed of two plates. With an allegorical cartouche and maritime scenery. Mounted in places on backing and in a passe-partout. The sheet is slightly irregular at the edges, with occasional partial stains on the reverse. Overall in very good condition. - Printed by Frederick de Wit, Amsterdam. - This map depicts the entire course of the Rhine in a decorative composition comprising two segments. The title given in the left-hand cartouche, “Totius Fluminis Rheni Novissima Descriptio ex officina F. de Wit,” refers to the Amsterdam publisher and cartographer Frederick de Wit, whose maps of the Rhine from the late 17th century are among the most representative cartographic works of their kind. In a detailed topographical rendering, the territories, towns, and landscapes situated along the river are depicted with clearly marked boundaries. This lot is subject to standard tax. A 24.95% buyer’s premium applies to the hammer price, and 7% (Books and Art) or 19% VAT (Manuscripts, Screenprints, Offset Prints, Photographs) applies to the final invoice amount within the European Union. This lot is subject to standard taxation. A 24.95% buyer’s premium applies to the hammer price, and 7% (books and art) or 19% VAT (manuscripts, screen prints, offset prints, and photographs) applies to the final invoice amount within the European Union.