Antique 17th Century Town Plan Thorn Torun Poland Thorunium Copper Engraving Wedgwood

Antique 17th Century Town Plan Thorn Torun Poland Thorunium Copper Engraving WedgwoodAn antique 17th century copper engraved bird's eye town plan of Thorn (Torun) in Royal Prussia Poland, titled THORVNIVM, showing the fortified city on the Vistula with its star bastions, streets and churches. An unframed leaf. A detailed prospect in the manner of the great 17th century town book engravers (Braun & Hogenberg Merian school); the precise publisher is not confirmed and it is offered as a 17th century engraving on its own merits. Please

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dramatic decorative piece

underglaze blue and gilt with a central floral motif and radiating panels

Length: approx

this French Limoges vase pairs beautifully with both traditional and contemporary interiors

heritage and understated luxury to any setting

historically rich present

often considered a precursor to Magna Carta

Barber of Faversham

Finely hand-painted floral decoration