Bidspirit auction | 1780S MAP OF GENOA ITALY

1780S MAP OF GENOA ITALY ANTIQUE LIGURIA O STATO DELLA REPUBLICA DI GENOVA - LIGURIA O STATO DELLA REPUBLICA DI GENOVA Italy, Liguria, Genua; amsterdami prodeunt ex officina apud gerardi valk et petri schek; c. 1780s Map of the Ligurian coast from Nice to Carrara with in the middle the city of Genoa. This map was originally published in 1640 by Ioan Blaeu in the third part ('Italia' of his 'Atlas Novus'; probably previously copied by his father Willem Blaeu from the map book 'Italia' by Italian cartographer Giovanni Nagini. Top left shows a decorated cartouche with two winged creatures with the bodies of lions and the heads of devils next to the crowned city coat of arms of Genoa. Below a beautiful cartouche with the title among the city virgin and two sea creatures. Size 14 3/4 by 20 inches (with margins 18 by 23 1/2 inches) Good condition, minor wear. A remarkable collectible, offering historical significance and aesthetic appeal. Ideal for the discerning collector or as a unique display piece. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions will ship all lots domestically for $25.00 per lot. Combined and international shipping are available. The rates will be provided upon request.