Polonia et Silesia

Cartographer / Artist: Gerard Mercator

Date Created: c. 1595

Medium: Hand-colored copperplate engraving

Physical Dimensions: 20.5 × 17.2 inches

Geographic Scope: Poland and Silesia, Central Europe

Archive Catalog ID: fp7-img-2116

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Central European & Ottoman Imperial Atlases

This Renaissance-era map illustrates the historical regions of Poland and Silesia, detailed by the famed Flemish cartographer Gerard Mercator. The composition captures the intricate topography of Central and Eastern Europe, spanning from the Baltic regions of Pomerania down through Silesia, Greater Poland, Lesser Poland, and bordering Moravia. River systems including the Oder and Vistula are prominently traced alongside stylized mountain ranges and forested regions.

Condition: Severe central crease with paper splitting, surface discoloration, and visible staining from prior fold reinforcement.. Widespread age toning, foxing spots, and light creasing throughout the outer paper margins.. Engraved impression remains dark and legible with light outline hand-coloring intact.

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Central European & Ottoman Imperial Atlases•c. 1595

Polonia et Silesia

By Gerard Mercator

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1595 Hand-colored copperplate engraving by Gerard Mercator documenting Poland and Silesia, Central Europe. Measures 20.5 × 17.2 inches. Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Hand-colored copperplate engraving
Sheet / Plate Size
20.5 × 17.2 inches
Date / Era
c. 1595
Geographic Scope
Poland and Silesia, Central Europe
Archive Catalog ID
fp7-img-2116
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Severe central crease with paper splitting, surface discoloration, and visible staining from prior fold reinforcement.
  • Widespread age toning, foxing spots, and light creasing throughout the outer paper margins.
  • Engraved impression remains dark and legible with light outline hand-coloring intact.

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

This Renaissance-era map illustrates the historical regions of Poland and Silesia, detailed by the famed Flemish cartographer Gerard Mercator. The composition captures the intricate topography of Central and Eastern Europe, spanning from the Baltic regions of Pomerania down through Silesia, Greater Poland, Lesser Poland, and bordering Moravia. River systems including the Oder and Vistula are prominently traced alongside stylized mountain ranges and forested regions.

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