Lotharingia Ducatus

Cartographer / Artist: Gerard Mercator

Date Created: c. 1585–1610

Medium: Map

Physical Dimensions: 21.7 x 16.1 inches

Geographic Scope: Lorraine, France

Archive Catalog ID: 5128

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Europe

A scholarly late 16th-century copperplate-engraved map by Gerard Mercator depicting the Duchy of Lorraine with detailed topography, settlements, rivers, and a Renaissance strapwork title cartouche.

Condition: Light age toning and minor paper discoloration near outer edges. Minor chipping and wear at top left margin corner. Pencil inventory number "5128" on right margin. Crisp, dark impression on sturdy laid paper with full margins. Verso: Light overall age toning and minor marginal handling marks.. Verso: Minor creasing along the central fold.. Verso: Small closed tear at the bottom edge near the central fold.. Verso: Crisp, legible letterpress printing with a prominent woodcut initial "V".

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Lotharingia Ducatus

By Gerard Mercator

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1585–1610 Map by Gerard Mercator documenting Lorraine, France. Measures 21.7 x 16.1 inches. Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

Acquisition Status$230
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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Map
Sheet / Plate Size
21.7 x 16.1 inches
Date / Era
c. 1585–1610
Geographic Scope
Lorraine, France
Archive Catalog ID
5128
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Light age toning and minor paper discoloration near outer edges
  • Minor chipping and wear at top left margin corner
  • Pencil inventory number "5128" on right margin
  • Crisp, dark impression on sturdy laid paper with full margins
  • Verso: Light overall age toning and minor marginal handling marks.
  • Verso: Minor creasing along the central fold.
  • Verso: Small closed tear at the bottom edge near the central fold.
  • Verso: Crisp, legible letterpress printing with a prominent woodcut initial "V".

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

A scholarly late 16th-century copperplate-engraved map by Gerard Mercator depicting the Duchy of Lorraine with detailed topography, settlements, rivers, and a Renaissance strapwork title cartouche.

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