Framed Antique Map of the City of Jerusalem

Antique map titled 'Die Heylige en Wytvermaerde stadt Jerusalem Eerst Genaemt Salem, Genesis 14 vers 18'. By N. Visscher. This map originates from 'Biblia. Ouden ende Nieuwen Testaments (..)'. Published, Jacob Lindberg, Amsterdam, 1702.

The Visscher family were art and map dealers in Amsterdam during the 17th century. Funded by C. J. Visscher (1587-1652), the business was continued by his son and grandson both named Nicolas. Nicolas Visscher I was born 1618 in Wenns, Austria. He died 1679 in Linz. After the death of Nicolas II, his widow passed the business to Pieter Schenk.

Condition: Good. General age-related toning. Minor wear and soiling. Frame included, some minor defects. Please study image carefully.

Date: 1702

Overall size: 68.5 x 53 cm.