Les Estates Du Duche de Milan
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Early 18th century map of the Duchy of Milan.
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Description
This interesting hand-colored map covers a broad region in northern Italy and Switzerland that formerly approximated to the territory of the Duchy of Milan. Established in the late 14th century, the Italian state would become one of the most wealthy and influential polities across southern Europe during the Renaissance period, thanks in large part to the silk trade.
The image captures the region at a later period, in a state of decline and under the authority of the Spanish Hapsburgs. Just a few years after publication, the duchy was passed to the Austrian Hapsburgs during the War of Spanish Succession.
Published in Paris by Nicholas De Fer in 1705.
Map Details
Publication Date: 1705
Author: Nicholas de Fer
Sheet Width (in): 15.30
Sheet Height (in): 10.5
Condition: A-
Condition Description: The sheet is lightly toned and worn along the outer edges, consistent with age. Features a somewhat faded impression, though the hand color adds a vibrant pop to the image.
$110.00
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