Item #373388 Allegorical engraved frontispiece to Atlas Homannianus Mathematico‑Historice Delineatus, c.1740; an engraved original print (frontis only). C.1740 ALLEGORICAL FRONTISPIECE TO ATLAS HOMANNIANUS.

Allegorical engraved frontispiece to Atlas Homannianus Mathematico‑Historice Delineatus, c.1740; an engraved original print (frontis only).

Nuremberg: Homannian Heirs, c.1740. Unframed Print. Very Good Condition. Item #373388

A copper engraved allegory c.1740, featuring putti, allegorical figures, and a celestial chariot encircling a globe marked Europa, Asia, and Africa. The image celebrates Enlightenment ideals; global exploration, scientific inquiry, and imperial authority, underscored by the Latin privilege of the Holy Roman Emperor. Possibly published in Nuremberg. Engraving 27 x 49 cms, sheet 37 x 53 cms. Text is in Latin. Category: PRINTS : Antiquarian Interest; PRINTS : Historic Interest; Printed before 1800; Latin Language; Special Features. This item may require more postage than the rates shown for delivery outside the UK. If extra postage is required we will contact you before processing your order and you will be given the details and option to decline the extra cost.

Keywords: BZDB395 PRINTS : Antiquarian Interest; PRINTS : Historic Interest; Printed before 1800; Latin Language; Special Features. ALLEGORICAL FRONTISPIECE TO ATLAS HOMANNIANUS, C.1740 Allegorical engraved frontispiece to Atlas Homannianus Mathematico‑H

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