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Matthäus Merian - Braunau in Ober Bayern - Antique hand-coluored Map of Braunau - Braunau in Ober Bayern is an antique hand-colored engraving depicting a detailed map of the fortified city of Braunau, located in Upper Bavaria. The engraving showcases the city's star-shaped fortifications, strategic positioning along the Inn River, and the surrounding landscape. The text provides historical context about Braunau’s significance in Bavarian military and political history. Matthäus Merian (1593-1650), a Swiss-born engraver and publisher known for his highly detailed topographical and historical maps. He produced numerous city views and fortification plans, particularly in the Topographia Germaniae series. Artist or Maker: Matthäus Merian Medium: Hand-coloured Engraving Date: 1640-1650