Joan Blaeu Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Joan Blaeu Art Value Price Guide

Feb. 27, 2025
Joan Blaeu, Antique World Map Dedicated Frans Banning Cocq
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
This exceptional 17th-century handcolored engraved world map was created by Joan Blaeu, one of the leading cartographers of the Dutch Golden Age, is a magnificent artifact of history and geography. The map is an extraordinary example of cartographic excellence and artistic embellishment, featuring a dedication to Frans Banning Cocq, the famed Amsterdam mayor immortalized in Rembrandt's The Night Watch. The map delineates the known world of the 17th century, with latitudinal zones, navigational routes, and continental boundaries rendered in exquisite detail. Hand-colored embellishments, including ships, sea monsters, and a stunning armorial cartouche, elevate this piece as both an educational tool and an artistic masterpiece. Joan Blaeu's maps were at the forefront of cartography during the 17th century, appearing in his monumental Atlas Major, considered one of the most luxurious atlases of its time. This map exemplifies Blaeu's dual focus on scientific accuracy and visual splendor. The dedication to Frans Banning Cocq highlights the importance of influential patrons in supporting cartographic endeavors during the Dutch Golden Age. Frans Banning Cocq, a prominent figure in Amsterdam's civic history, was a key supporter of cultural and scientific advancements. His name, emblazoned in the cartouche, underscores the map's historical context as a symbol of intellectual and artistic collaboration. Sight size: 20"L x 15,50"H. Frame dimensions: 30.75"L x 24.75"H x 1"W. Artwork can be unframed and rolled for shipment. Artist: Joan (Johannes) Blaeu (Flemish 1596-1673) Issued: c. 1660 Dimensions: See Description Country of Origin: Netherland
Lion and Unicorn
Feb. 27, 2025
Joan Blaeu, Antique Handcolor Engraved Map Bracciano Italy
Est: $200 - $800
This exquisite colored engraving map of the Duchy of Bracciano (Ducatus Braccianus sive Sabatiae Regio) is a remarkable artifact from the 17th century, originally published in Joan Blaeu's renowned Atlas Major. Blaeu, a leading figure in the Dutch Golden Age of cartography, crafted this map with precision, artistry, and dedication to both geographic accuracy and aesthetic grandeur. The map prominently features Lago di Bracciano (Lake Bracciano), also known historically as Sabatini Lacus, surrounded by meticulously rendered towns, forests, and rivers. Richly hand-colored and adorned with an ornate cartouche and heraldic crest, this piece embodies the high level of craftsmanship for which Blaeu's atlas Major is celebrated. Joan Blaeu's Atlas Major, first published in 1662, was an ambitious undertaking, often referred to as the most beautiful atlas ever created. The maps in this collection showcased the height of 17th-century cartographic knowledge and were aimed at the elite of society. This map of Bracciano reflects the cultural and geographical importance of Lazio and the Papal States during this period. The Duchy of Bracciano, situated within the Papal States, was a center of political and social influence. Lake Bracciano served as a vital resource for Rome and has long been celebrated for its natural beauty. This map combines Blaeu's detailed geographic knowledge with the Baroque artistic style of the era. Sight size: 23"L x 17"H. Frame dimensions: 32.50"L x 26.50"H x 1.25"W. Artwork can be unframed and rolled for shipment. Artist: Joan (Johannes) Blaeu (Flemish 1596-1673) Issued: c. 1665 Dimensions: See Description Country of Origin: Netherland
Lion and Unicorn
Feb. 22, 2025
Joan Blaeu, Chekiang, Kupferstichkarte China
Est: -
Joan Blaeu, Chekiang, Kupferstichkarte China rechts unten figürliche Kartusche und hier bezeichnet "Chekiang, Imperii Sinarum Provincia Decima", Darstellung von China mit der Heiligen Insel, auf Basis der Karten von Martino Martini, rückseitig typographischer Text, teilkolorierter Kupferstich, um 1655, links unten in der Platte bezeichnet "J. Blaeu Exudebat", fleckig und stärker gebräunt, unter Passepartout und hinter Glas gerahmt, Darstellungsmaße ca. 40 x 49 cm. Künstlerinfo: auch Johannes Willemszoon, John Williamson oder Ioanne Blaev, niederl. Kartograph, Kupferstecher, Buchhändler und Verleger (1596 Alkmaar bis 1673 Amsterdam), Sohn und Schüler des Willem Janszoon Blaeu (1571–1638), 1603 Übersiedlung nach Amsterdam, zunächst Jurastudium und 1620 Promotion zum Dr. jur., spätestens 1631 als Mitarbeiter seines Vaters nachweisbar, zusammen mit diesem 1636 Herausgabe des "Novus Atlas", dessen weitere Vervollkommnung später seinen Ruhm als Kartograph begründen sollte, 1638 Tod des Vaters und Fortführung der Geschäfte (Werkstatt, Verlag, Buchhandlung) mit seinem Bruder Cornelis Blaeu (ca. 1610–1642), Herausgabe weiterer Bände des "Novus Atlas", 1638 zum Nachfolger seines Vaters als offizieller Kartograph der Niederländischen Ostindien-Kompanie berufen, 1651–72 zum Amsterdamer Stadtrat gewählt, Ernennung zum Drucker des schwedischen Königs, 1655 Herausgabe des 5-bändigen und 1662 des 11-bändigen "Atlas Maior", eine der teuersten und erfolgreichsten Publikationen jener Zeit, 1659 Geschäftsfiliale in Wien, 1662 Übergabe der Buchhandlung an seinen Sohn Pieter Blaeu, 1667 Eröffnung einer zweiten Druckerei, 1672 Zerstörung der Werkstatt Blaeus beim Stadtbrand von Amsterdam, Quelle: AKL und Internet. Joan Blaeu, Chekiang, copper engraving map of China Figural cartouche lower right and here inscribed "Chekiang, Imperii Sinarum Provincia Decima", depiction of China with the Holy Island, based on the maps by Martino Martini, typographic text on the reverse, partly coloured copper engraving, c. 1655, inscribed lower left in the plate "J. Blaeu Exudebat", stained and heavily browned, matted and framed behind glass, dimensions approx. 40 x 49 cm. Artist's note: also Johannes Willemszoon, John Williamson or Ioanne Blaev, Dutch cartographer, engraver, engraver. Cartographer, engraver, bookseller and publisher (1596 Alkmaar to 1673 Amsterdam), son and pupil of Willem Janszoon Blaeu (1571-1638), moved to Amsterdam in 1603, initially studied law and graduated as Dr. jur. in 1620, By 1631 at the latest he can be documented as working with his father, together with the latter he published the "Novus Atlas" in 1636, the further perfection of which would later establish his fame as a cartographer, 1638 death of his father and continuation of the business (workshop, publishing house, bookshop) with his brother Cornelis Blaeu (ca. 1610-1642), publication of further volumes of the "Novus Atlas", appointed his father's successor as official cartographer to the Dutch East India Company in 1638, elected Amsterdam city councillor in 1651-72, appointed printer to the Swedish king, publication of the 5-volume "Atlas Maior" in 1655 and the 11-volume "Atlas Maior" in 1662, one of the most expensive and successful publications of the time, 1659 business branch in Vienna, 1662 handover of the bookshop to his son Pieter Blaeu, 1667 opening of a second print shop, 1672 destruction of Blaeu's workshop in the city fire of Amsterdam, source: AKL and Internet.
Auktionshaus Mehlis GmbH
Dec. 30, 2024
Joan BLAEU (1599-1673) Landkarte "Paderbornensis Episcopatus descriptio nova" 1645, coloriert, aus Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, sive Atlas Novus in quo Tabulæ et Descriptiones Omnium Regionum, Editæ a Guiljel et Ioanne Blaeu, ger/Glas, RG 55x65 cm
Est: -
Joan BLAEU (1599-1673) Landkarte "Paderbornensis Episcopatus descriptio nova" 1645, coloriert, aus Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, sive Atlas Novus in quo Tabulæ et Descriptiones Omnium Regionum, Editæ a Guiljel et Ioanne Blaeu, ger/Glas, RG 55x65 cm
Auktionshalle Cuxhaven
Dec. 14, 2024
Zelandiae pars Transscaldina vulgo Beooster-Scheld.
Est: €150 - €200
Engr., 45,5 x 57 cm, hand-coloured (light traces of central fold). - Blaeu copied the Visscher-Roman wall map of Zeeland in 3 folio-maps, this being one of them. With a dedication to Jodocus Huybert in a decorative cartouche. From Blaeu's "Atlas Maior" in 1662. Latin text on verso (leaf Dd, pagination 63-64). - Ref. Van der Krogt II:[3640:2] & 2:601. - Zelandia comitatus 43C.
Arenberg Auctions
Dec. 12, 2024
Timothy Pont, (1560-1614) and Joan Blaeu, (1596-1673) , ANNANDIAE PRAEFECTURA, VULGO, THE STEWARTRIE OF ANNANDAIL
Est: $200 - $300
Timothy Pont, (1560-1614) and Joan Blaeu, (1596-1673) ANNANDIAE PRAEFECTURA, VULGO, THE STEWARTRIE OF ANNANDAIL hand coloured copper engraved map of 'The Stewartry of Annandale', a regional map of Scotland, covering East Dumfries, Annan and Solway Firth, from the first atlas of Scotland published by Blaeu at Amsterdam in 1654 Estimate: $200—300 CAD
Waddington's
Dec. 12, 2024
JOAN BLAEU 1596-1673 Gruppo di tre vedute tratte dal Theatrum Sabaudiae Fine del XVII secolo - JOAN BLAEU 1596-1673 Group of three views from Theatrum Sabaudiae Late 17th Century
Est: -
Bel gruppo di tre vedute tratte da una delle edizioni del 'Teatrum Sabaudiae', tutte in cornice. Leggera brunitura e foxing. 54,00 x 62,00 cm (3) - Beautiful group of three views from one of the editions of the ‘Teatrum Sabaudiae’, all framed. Some browning and foxing. 21.26 x 24.41 in. (3)
Aste Bolaffi
Dec. 09, 2024
Joan Blaeu (1596 - 1673) Curia Hollandiae Exterior (Buitenhof te Den Haag)
Est: €400 - €600
Kopergravure, deels gekleurd, uit 1649 “Toonneel der Steden van de Vereenighde Nederlanden“. A- 42 x 52 / 64 x 74 cm
Veilinghuis Onder de Boompjes
Dec. 09, 2024
Joan Blaeu (1596 - 1673) Een kaart met plattegrond van Gouda, 1652
Est: €100 - €200
Handgekleurde gravure, uit "Toonneel der steden" - r.m. scheur 12 cm. B 38 x 50 / 57.5 x 69.5 cm
Veilinghuis Onder de Boompjes
Nov. 14, 2024
Joan Blaeu Misnia Marchionatus. Meissen.
Est: €250 - €500
Etching and engraving, 540 x 652 mm. Map of the Margraviate of Meissen (Thuringia), in the area of present-day Saxony. Very nice impression with hand-colouring, printed on laid paper with Dutch text on verso. Usual editor's fold. Wear along fold. Uniform browning and small tears along edges. Otherwise in good condition.
Bertolami Fine Art s.r.l.
Nov. 14, 2024
Joan Blaeu Legionis Regnum et Asturiarum principatus
Est: €250 - €500
Etching and engraving, 500 x 600 mm. Map of the ancient region of Léon and Asturias in northern Spain. Hand-colored impression, printed on laid paper, with French text on the verso. Usual editorial fold. Browned paper, in fair condition.
Bertolami Fine Art s.r.l.
Nov. 14, 2024
Joan Blaeu Nicaea civitas
Est: €400 - €800
Etching, 527 x 635 mm. View of Nice taken from "Novum theatrum Pedemonti et Sabaudiae". Nice impression on thick laid paper with large watermark. Sheet in good general condition, except for some well-executed restorations along the edges, a restored tear on the right margin, light foxing and trace of the usual central fold.
Bertolami Fine Art s.r.l.
Nov. 14, 2024
Joan Blaeu Nicaea ad Varum Cum Novo Urbis Increase
Est: €300 - €400
Etching and burin, 525 x 670 mm (sheet). View of Nice from "Theatrum. Statuum Sabaudiae" Fine impression on laid paper with large watermark. Good condition, except for display discoloration, some light stains and wear along the edges. Trace of the usual editorial fold.
Bertolami Fine Art s.r.l.
Nov. 14, 2024
Joan Blaeu - Pierre Mortier Pantheon nunc vulgo la Rotunda | Facies Panthei interna
Est: €400 - €600
Engraving and etching, 347 x 520 mm and 390 x 493 mm (plate), 535 x 600 mm (each sheet). Very nice and sharp impressions on laid paper. In very good condition, with usual editorial folds.
Bertolami Fine Art s.r.l.
Oct. 12, 2024
Le Grand atlas ou Cosmographie blaviane.
Est: €800 - €1,000
12 vol., folio. - Complete facsimile edition in 12 volumes of the 1663 Amsterdam edition dedicated to Louis XIV's minister Colbert. A sumptuous reprint limited to 1000 copies only, our copy being number 72.
Arenberg Auctions
Oct. 12, 2024
Nouveau theatre du Piemont et de la Savoye, ou Description exacte de leur villes, palais, églises [...] qui contient la description géographique du Piemont, l'histoire de la maison de Savoye, & la description de la ville de Turin [...].
Est: €12,000 - €15,000
4 parts in 2 vol, folio: [6 incl. engr. title]-96-[38], [104 incl. engr. title], [88 incl. engr. title], [122 incl. engr. title] pp.; 3 (of 6) pl., 136 maps (3 portraits missing: Charles Emanuel II, Marie Jeanne Baptiste de Savoy and Eugene, prince de Savoye; part of text ff. cut out in vol. 1 (ff. B, C, E, F and G in part 1 and ff. F, H, M, S, T, 2E, 2G2, 2H in part 2), sm. marg. tear partly affecting map of Riva). - R. Chr. Alberts's French atlas of the States of the duke of Savoy, in 4 parts. Alberts complemented his new town atlas of Italy with the Northern Italian states of Piedmont and Savoy. With 4 engr. titles (3rd st. with imprint R. Chr. Alberts), coat of arms by J. Luyken, a genealogical table, 1 portrait (Victor-Amédée II), and 136 maps and plates, incl. large bird's-eye views of Turin, Thonon, Aosta, Biella, Mondovi and Andorno. - Ref. Van der Krogt IV-1: 43:332.
Arenberg Auctions
Oct. 12, 2024
Gandavum vulgo Gent.
Est: €150 - €200
Engr., 42,9 x 53,8 cm, hand-coloured (very sm. black spot). - Nicely hand-coloured copy of this bird's-eye view of Ghent. Extracted from the Dutch "Toonneel der steden van de Nederlanden" (text on verso, iiiA). - Ref. Van der Krogt IV: [Gent:43] and 43.121.2.
Arenberg Auctions
Oct. 03, 2024
Joan Blaeu (1596-1673) handgekleurde kopergravure met de stadsplattegrond v
Est: €300 - €500
Joan Blaeu (1596-1673) handgekleurde kopergravure met de stadsplattegrond van Deventer in vogelvluchtperspectief, 1649, 41,5 x 52,3 cm
Veilinghuis Van Spengen
Sep. 24, 2024
JOAN BLAEU Amsterdam (1596) / (1672) "Map of the Kingdom of Aragon", 1640
Est: €270 - €360
Hand-colored copper engraving Dedication with coat of arms. Title and author on cornucopia cartouche. On other cartouches: geographical text, two coats of arms of Aragon and crown. Attached to cardboard. Measurements: Frame: 42 x 52.5 cm
Ansorena
Sep. 23, 2024
Joan Blaeu (1596 - 1673) Een kaart van Vajgatsj: "Fretum Nassovium, vulgo De Straet Nassou" ca. 1660
Est: €100 - €150
Handgekleurde kopergravure - niet ingelijst. B+ 25 x 56 cm / 50 x 75 cm
Veilinghuis Onder de Boompjes
Sep. 21, 2024
JEAN BLAEU FOUR PART MAP OF THE DNEIPER RIVER
Est: $2,500 - $5,000
BLAEU, Joan (1596-1673). [Dnieper River: Russia, Belarus, Ukraine] Tractus Borysthenis vulgo Dniepr et Niepr Dicti, a civitate Czyrkassii as ostia et Ilmien lacum, per quem in Pontum Euxinium se exonerat... [together with:] ...a Kiovia usque ad Bouzin [and:] ... a Bouzin usque ad Chortyca Ostrow [and:] ... a Chortika Ostro ad Urbem Oczakow ubi in Pontum Euxinum se exonerat. Four engraved maps with original hand color in full. Amsterdam: J. Bleau, c. 1662. 20 1/2” x 24” sheet, each. A set of four hand-colored engraved maps tracking the course of the Dnieper river in strips, from Atlas Maior. The maps are presented in the strip style with horizontal strips and a compass rose on the upper map oriented with north to the right.
Arader Galleries
Aug. 26, 2024
MAP: BLAEU, Joan (1596-1673), "Insulae Americanae in Oceano Septentrionali cum terris adiacentibus", Amsterdam, c. 1635-1664, wear consistent with age, including some edgewear, toning and creases; tape-mounted to boar...
Est: $300 - $600
MAP: BLAEU, Joan (1596-1673), "Insulae Americanae in Oceano Septentrionali cum terris adiacentibus", Amsterdam, c. 1635-1664, wear consistent with age, including some edgewear, toning and creases; tape-mounted to board, older repairs, ss: 15 3/4" h. x 21" w. [HISTORICAL INFORMATION: A remarkable and highly decorative map of the West Indies from the Golden Age of Dutch Cartography. This copper-engraved map with original hand coloring depicts the Caribbean archipelago, the Gulf of Mexico, and portions of the North and South American coasts. Key features include ornate cartouche with title and dedication, Coats-of-arms, Scale bars in German and Spanish mile, decorative illustrations of ships at sea. This map appeared in various editions of Blaeu's atlases, including the "Atlas Novus" and "Theatrum Orbis Terrarum." It represents the most up-to-date geographical knowledge of the region during the mid-17th century, showcasing the strategic importance of the Caribbean in the Age of Exploration. Cartographic details extend from Virginia to the northern coast of South America, and from Trinidad to the west coast of Central America. The map is rich in both geographical and historical significance, reflecting European colonial ambitions and the burgeoning trade routes of the time. See: Burden, Mapping of North America, 248]
Winter Associates, Inc.
Jul. 17, 2024
JOAN BLAEU (1596 - 1673) A Map of Ulster 415 x 497mm 1662 edition with Latin text verso ABL BL 56 (6)
Est: €100 - €200
JOAN BLAEU (1596 - 1673) A Map of Ulster 415 x 497mm 1662 edition with Latin text verso ABL BL 56 (6)
Adam's
Jul. 16, 2024
JOAN BLAEU (1599-1673)
Est: €500 - €800
Province of Ulster. Copper engraving, circa 1665. Framed. 40 x 50 cm.; framed: 70 x 80 cm. MAPS 11:50:22
Sheppards
Jun. 29, 2024
ANTVERPIA; GALLIS ANVERS, VERNACULE ANTWERPEN.
Est: €400 - €500
Engr., 42 x 53,6 cm, hand-coloured (light traces of central fold). - Second state of this plan of the city of Antwerp, with the polders in the north reclaimed, which was completed in 1651. With an extensive legend at the bottom. From the 1652 Latin "Novum ac magnum theatrum urbium Belgicae" (leaf D, no pagination). - Ref. Van der Krogt IV [Antwerpen:43.2] & 43:113.
Arenberg Auctions
Jun. 27, 2024
BLAEU, Joan (1598/99-1673), 'Caerte van de Scher-Meer' [Schermer, North Holland]
Est: €200 - €300
BLAEU, Joan (1598/99-1673), 'Caerte van de Scher-Meer' [Schermer, North Holland], South-east oriented coloured map of the region of Schermer in North Holland, the auricular title cartouche flanked by two boys, with an old coat of arms of Schermer to the lower right corner, framed, browning of paper, ca. 46,5 x 56 cm (plate mark), 68 x 76,5 cm, Ca. 1662-63, Amsterdam,
Venduehuis der Notarissen
May. 29, 2024
Joan Blaeu (Alkmaar, Netherlands, 1596 - Amsterdam, 1673) "Map of Bentheim and Steinfurt"
Est: €150 - €200
Joan Blaeu (Alkmaar, Netherlands, 1596 - Amsterdam, 1673) "Map of Bentheim and Steinfurt" A coloured engraving 40 x 51 cm 150 - 200 €
Greco Subastas
May. 23, 2024
Joan Blaeu (1596-1673)
Est: £100 - £150
Joan Blaeu (1596-1673) Map of Jersey and Guernsey, inscribed "Sarnia Insula, Vulgo Garnsey et Insula Caesarea, Vernacule Jarsey", hand coloured engraving on laid paper, pub. by Joan Blaeu in 1645, from volume 1V of the "Theatrum Orbis Terrarum", first published in 1645, 16¾ x 20in. (42.5 x 50.8cm.).
Martel Maides
Apr. 27, 2024
NUEVO ATLAS DE LOS REYNOS DE ESCOCIA E YRLANDA.
Est: €4,000 - €5,000
Large folio: [12 incl. engr. title]-232, 82-[1] pp.; 55 maps almost all pasted on, which is characteristic for the edition (added strip of paper with text on p. 18/Ireland, the maps are generally in good condition, the text lvs on the other hand are occ. heavily browned). - Rare second Spanish edition (1st Sp. ed. 1659) of Blaeu's Atlas of Scotland with the Spanish text completely reset and the new text sheets laid over already printed ones, making the maps in this atlas feel doubly thick. In fact, the fire that ruined Blaeu's printing house in 1672, destroyed all copperplates of the maps from Scotland and Ireland. The remaining sheets were available only in limited quantities and so stock from other editions was used to make new complete atlases. This edition has on the imprint the date 1654, when Blaeu obtained the privileges to publish, then started working continuously but slowly. It also includes the dedication to Gaspar de Bracamonte, dated 18 July 1658. The fact that most maps are pasted on implies that the atlas was produced after 1672. The maps of Scotland were engraved after Timothy Pont's manuscript survey maps and augmented with information by Robert Gordon. - Ref. Van der Krogt II [2:442Q].
Arenberg Auctions
Apr. 27, 2024
THEATRE DES ETATS DE SON ALTESSE ROYALE LE DUC DE SAVOYE [...]. TOME I CONTENANT LE PIÉMONT [...] [- TOME II CONTENANT LA SAVOYE [...]].
Est: €20,000 - €25,000
2 vol., folio: [20 incl. engr. title]-129-[1] pp.; 70 pl., [12 incl. engr. title]-183-[2] pp.; 69 pl., all pl. mounted on guards (vol. 1: marg. wormtrack in first ff. and very sm. wormhole throughout, light marg. damp stain on last pl. and text f., sm. marg. tear of Savigliano repaired on verso, sm. clear stain at the bottom of Agliè, fold. edges creased of Thonon and Aosta pl., tear in fold of Aosta, very few spots passim). - First French translation of this abundantly illustrated atlas of the prestigious Northern Italian states of Piedmont and Savoy, originally composed and edited by the Blaeu’s (1st Latin ed. 1682). The engraved titles show the personification of Piedmont and Savoy, respectively engr. by Abraham Blooteling and Gerard Valk, both after Gerard de Lairesse. The first volume, dedicated to Piedmont, contains 5 engraved plates (1 coat of arms of the dukes of Savoy, 1 genealogical table and 3 portraits: Victor Amedée II, Charles Emanuel II and Marie Jeanne de Savoy-Nemours), a map of Piedmont and 64 views of palaces with gardens, public buildings, some monasteries and churches, town plans and maps (large bird-eye view of Turin on 2 sheets). The second volume, dedicated to Savoy, contains a map of Savoy and 68 views and town plans (bird-eye views of Thonon, Aosta, Biella, Mondovi, Andorno and Garessio each on 2 sheets). In total, ill. with 139 beautifully engraved plates, most on double page or folding. - Ref. Van der Krogt IV-43:322. - STCN. - Prov. François-Jean-Joseph Mols (1722-1790), Antwerp art collector and bibliophile (old bookpl. with device "Aeternum sub sole nihil").
Arenberg Auctions
Apr. 27, 2024
THEATRUM ORBIS TERRARUM SIVE ATLAS NOVUS PARS QUARTA.
Est: €2,000 - €2,500
Large folio: [10 incl. engr. title]-460-[1] pp.; 58 maps (text lvs and maps sl. browned, rather heavily dampstained and occ. moulded in upper part, marg. tear p. 97, hole in maps of Oxfordshire, Suffolk, and in text p. 385). - First edition of Blaeu's Atlas of England, in Latin. Most maps are engraved after the lavishly decorated and highly accurate copperplates by J. Hondius who, between 1605 and 1610, was employed by John Speed to engrave the plates for his "Theatre of the Empire of Great Britaine" (London 1611-12), the earliest published atlas of the entire British Isles and a standard reference until the beginning of the 18th century. For the text part J. Blaeu used W. Camden's Britannia (1st 1586), the first chorographical survey of the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. The atlas was added as the 4th vol. to the "Theatrum orbis terrarum". - Ref. Van der Krogt II [2:301Ha]. - Prov. Hermits of St. Augustine in Brussels (ms. entry). - Libr. stamp.
Arenberg Auctions
Apr. 27, 2024
NOVUM AC MAGNUM THEATRUM URBIUM BELGICAE FOEDERATAE [- BELGICAE REGIAE].
Est: €15,000 - €20,000
2 vol., large folio: 8 ff., 136 (of 137) maps in vol. 1, 95 (of 96) maps in vol. 2 (2 pl. missing: 44ab. Vlaardingen and 43. Tabula praelii prope Neoportum, pl. 34 and 36: different order of the engr., indexes with pencil notes by a modern hand, a few ff. browned, esp. Tiel, Edam, Dunkerque, dampstained margins, some margins and corners repaired, brown marg. stain in the Royal Netherlands from the beginning to the Luxembourg section, some sm. spots and occ. a sm. hole). - Rare variant of the second Latin edition of Blaeu's town atlas of both the Royal and the United Netherlands with 232 engr. maps. Intermediate variant compared to those described in the literature: without signatures for the 1st 4 maps, with Warneton and Nieuwenhove printed on separate lvs (n. 60 and 61), with the engr. title as in variant A, Artois as in variant B, and the text and plates of Jülich and Lingen divided over the 2 vol. (I: [Jülich S1611:43], [Lingen:43], [Lingen S1597:43], II: [Jülich:43], [Lingen S1605:43]). - Ref. Van der Krogt 43:112.
Arenberg Auctions
Apr. 26, 2024
PRAEFECTURAE PARANAMBUCAE PARS BOREALIS, UNA CUM PRAEFECTURA DE ITÂMARACÂ.
Est: €300 - €400
Copper engr., 41,5 x 53,4 cm, hand-coloured (sl. toned). - Detailed map, from the Atlas maior, of the Brazilian coastline depicting the important sugar trade. With a large view of a sugar plantation. Latin text on verso (leaf 4f). - Ref. Van der Krogt [9850/3:2D]. - Joined: Later print of same map. 18th c. 41,4 x 53,4 cm, coastline and compass rose hand-coloured (toned). Under passe-partout. Hinged at upper edge. Verso blank. (2 pcs)
Arenberg Auctions
Apr. 04, 2024
Joan Blaeu
Est: £150 - £250
Joan Blaeu Wallia, hand coloured engraved map of Wales, circa 1645, 42 x 53cm (visible); Comitatus Caernarvoniensis et Mona Insula, hand coloured engraved map of Carnarvonshire with the Isle of Anglesey, circa 1645, 45 x 57cm (visible), French text verso. Wales map with good margins, nicely coloured impression without particular problems. Faint stain at top margin near centre fold. Modern black frame. Carnarvonshire is uniformly toned, original paper creases to left margin. Good margins, but some signs of reverse text showing through. Double grlazed modern black frame
Cheffins
Apr. 04, 2024
Joan Blaeu and Jan Jansson
Est: £100 - £200
Joan Blaeu and Jan Jansson Huntingdonensis Comitatus, hand coloured engraved map of Huntingdonshire, circa 1645, 41 x 51cm (visible) Leicestrensis Comitatus cum Rutlandiae vulgo Leicester & Rutlandshire, hand coloured engraved map, circa 1650, 45 x 56.5cm (visible) Both uniformly toned. Leics map with a few spots and closed small tears. Both in modern gilt frames
Cheffins
Apr. 04, 2024
Joan Blaeu
Est: £80 - £120
Joan Blaeu Regiones Inundatae, hand coloured engraved map of the Fens, circa 1650, 43.5 x 54cm
Cheffins
Apr. 04, 2024
Joan Blaeu
Est: £500 - £700
Joan Blaeu Britannia, hand coloured engraved map of the British Isles, circa 1645, the vertical margins decorated with fourteen cartouches of Saxon figures and events, with good margins, 46 x 56cm even toning; a few spots noted to margins, surface appears not stuck down as has slight undulation. Modern black frame with gilt slip
Cheffins
Mar. 28, 2024
BEINS, Jean de; BLAEU, Willem; BLAEU, Joan. "DELPHINATUS VULGO DAUPHINÉ...", gravura colorida s/ papel, século XVII. Emoldurado.
Est: €160 - €320
BEINS, Jean de (1577-1651); BLAEU, Willem (1571-1638); BLAEU, Joan (1596-1673). "DELPHINATUS VULGO DAUPHINÉ avec ses confins des pais et provinces voisines / Par Jean de Beins Geographe et Ingenieur du Roy" Gravura colorida sobre papel, com o mapa da região do "Dauphiné", uma das mais antigas províncias de França com a capital em Grenoble. Título do mapa apresentado dentro de cartela, no canto inferior direito. O Brasão do Delfinado é representado no canto superior direito, circundado pela Ordem do Santo Espírito. Proveniente da obra "Appendix Teatri A. Ortelli et Altantis G. Mercatoris continens Tabulas Geographicas...", século XVII. Dim. aprox.: 38,5 x 50,5 cm; Dim. aprox. total: 62 x 70,5 cm. Leves manchas e vinco central. Bom estado. Emoldurado
Palácio do Correio Velho
Mar. 18, 2024
Joan Blaeu (1596 - 1673) "Hollandia Comitatus"
Est: €100 - €150
Een handgekleurde topografische kaart van Holland, kopergravure, uitgegeven tussen 1643-1663 A- 38.5 x 52 / 62 x 76 cm
Veilinghuis Onder de Boompjes
Mar. 18, 2024
Joan Blaeu (1596 - 1673) Een topografische kaart: Tertia Pars Brabantiae qua continetur Marchionat. S.R.I. horum urbs primaria Antverpia
Est: €50 - €80
Gravure uit 1645. B 42 x 51.5 / 58.5 x 67 cm
Veilinghuis Onder de Boompjes
Mar. 18, 2024
Joan Blaeu (1596 - 1673) Een topografische kaart van Zutphen, 1649
Est: -
Kopergravure B 39 x 51 / 52.5 x 62.5 cm
Veilinghuis Onder de Boompjes
Feb. 07, 2024
Joan Blaeu (1599-1673) hand coloured map of Barkshire 38cm x 48cm together with Emanuel Bowen (1693 -1767) Berkshire 53cm x 70cm (2)
Est: £80 - £120
Joan Blaeu (1599-1673) hand coloured map of Barkshire 38cm x 48cm together with Emanuel Bowen (1693 -1767) Berkshire 53cm x 70cm (2)
Mallams
Jan. 27, 2024
BLAEU'S THEATRUM ORBIS TERRARUM (PART FIVE [SCOTLAND & IRELAND] ONLY)
Est: $20,000 - $40,000
BLAEU, Joan Guilliemius (1596-1673). Theatrum Orbis Terrarum [Nuevo Atlas de los Reynos de Escocia e Yrlanda] (Scotland and Ireland): Volume V. Amsterdam: J. Blaeu, 1659. Folio, engraved title-page, 55 maps including 6 maps of Ireland, hand-colored and heightened in gilt with the highest level of gold-leaf color we have ever seen. Original vellum gilt, ties lacking, covers soiled and spine chipped with sections lacking, two maps with some small tears to central fold, several maps lightly browned or spotted, some scattered foxing to final leaves. Provenance: Colonel Hugh Montgomerie, 12th Earl of Eglinton, KT (1739 -1819), his bookplate on the front pastdown. Gift inscription on the title-page in ink manuscript: "To the Earl of Eglinton from his obliged humble Servant/ Pryce L. Gordon/ 1801." Spanish edition of the fifth part, focusing on Scotland and Ireland, of Blaeu’s Theatrum, in a fine contemporary binding and with nuanced hand-color heightened lavishly gilt. Joan Blaeu (1596–1673) was, along with his father Willem and brother Cornelis, the great Dutch cartographer of the Golden Age. He was made official cartographer of the Dutch East India Company after his father’s death. The joint family project was the Theatrum Orbis Terrarum (first issued 1635), and after the death of the patriarch in 1638 the Theatrum was gradually expanded into the so-called Atlas Maior (Greater Atlas). The present item is the Spanish edition (there were editions in Latin, French, Dutch and German) of the England volume. Blaeu’s mastery of engraving and mise-en-page nevertheless give the work power and beauty. Pryce Lockhart Gordon (or Pryse, 1762-1845) was a close friend of Byron's who traveled with him on the Continent. Gordon and Montgomerie (also Montgomery), having acceded to the Earldom in 1796, traveled through Italy 1797-1801; thus the present atlas was likely bought there and given as a gift during their travels. The two would travel together again, going to Sicily in 1811.
Arader Galleries
Dec. 18, 2023
Joan Blaeu (1596 - 1673) Een topografische kaart van Zutphen, 1649
Est: €100 - €150
Kopergravure B 39 x 51 / 52.5 x 62.5 cm
Veilinghuis Onder de Boompjes
Dec. 18, 2023
Joan Blaeu (1596 - 1673) Een topografische kaart: Tertia Pars Brabantiae qua continetur Marchionat. S.R.I. horum urbs primaria Antverpia
Est: €150 - €250
Gravure uit 1645. B 42 x 51.5 / 58.5 x 67 cm
Veilinghuis Onder de Boompjes
Dec. 18, 2023
Joan Blaeu (1596 - 1673) Een kaart van Drenthe: "Drentia Comitatus" 1635
Est: €150 - €250
Handgekleurde gravure. B 38.5 x 35 cm / 60 x 75 cm
Veilinghuis Onder de Boompjes
Dec. 18, 2023
Joan Blaeu (1596 - 1673) Een kaart van Nijmegen e.o.: "Tetrarchia Ducatus Gelriae Neomagensis" 1650
Est: €150 - €250
Handgekleurde gravure - scheurtje bij de vouw. B- 38.5 x 53.5 cm / 62 x 76.5 cm
Veilinghuis Onder de Boompjes
Dec. 18, 2023
Joan Blaeu (1596 - 1673) Een kaart van Overijssel: "Transiselania dominium vernaculè Over-yssel" 1635
Est: €150 - €250
Handgekleurde gravure - foxing. B 41.5 x 52.5 cm / 64 x 74 cm
Veilinghuis Onder de Boompjes