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copperplate engraver, Painter, b. 1593 - d. 1650

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  • MERIAN. PRAELII INTER SERENISS: SUECOR: REGEM ET SAXONIAE ELECTOREM NEC NON CATHOLICAE LIGAE GENERALEM COM: A TILI...
    Sep. 10, 2026

    MERIAN. PRAELII INTER SERENISS: SUECOR: REGEM ET SAXONIAE ELECTOREM NEC NON CATHOLICAE LIGAE GENERALEM COM: A TILI...

    Est: €200 - €300

    MERIAN, Matthäus.(1593 - 1650) Praelii inter Sereniss: Suecor: Regem Et Saxoniae Electorem Nec Non Catholicae Ligae Generalem Com: A Tili VII. September Anni MDCXXXI. 1631 ca. Incisione in rame, 285x703 mm. Buone condizioni, strappetti al margine inferiore. Incisione su rame del XVII secolo realizzata da Matthäus Merian che illustra lo schieramento e le fasi della Prima Battaglia di Breitenfeld (7 settembre 1631), un celebre scontro della Guerra dei Trent'anni.

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  • ANGOLA. MERIAN. EROBERUNG DER STATT LOANDO DE SANCT PAOLO.
    Sep. 10, 2026

    ANGOLA. MERIAN. EROBERUNG DER STATT LOANDO DE SANCT PAOLO.

    Est: €300 - €400

    MERIAN, Matthäus.(1593 - 1650) Eroberung der statt loando de Sanct Paolo.1646 Incisione, 218x322 mm. Buone condizioni. Rara mappa rappresentante la battaglia navale e la conquista olandese della città di Luanda (Angola) nel 1641, descritta erroneamente nel titolo come situata in Brasile.

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  • Merian - Dance of Death. 105
    Sep. 05, 2026

    Merian - Dance of Death. 105

    Est: $400 - $600

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's Todten-Tantz, wie derselbe in der löblichen und weit-berühmten Stadt Basel, als ein Spiegel menschlicher Beschaffenheit... or The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel. This engraving was published in Frankfurt in 1725 by Joh. B. Andrea and H. Hort. The engravings are printed from the original plates used for Grossbasler Totentanz first published in Basel in 1621. This is an enchanting rendering of Merian's work with very old hand-coloring added to the plate, often with added borders or details. There is a top coating providing a nice sheen to the color. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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  • Merian - Dance of Death. 81
    Sep. 05, 2026

    Merian - Dance of Death. 81

    Est: $400 - $600

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's Todten-Tantz, wie derselbe in der löblichen und weit-berühmten Stadt Basel, als ein Spiegel menschlicher Beschaffenheit... or The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel. This engraving was published in Frankfurt in 1725 by Joh. B. Andrea and H. Hort. The engravings are printed from the original plates used for Grossbasler Totentanz first published in Basel in 1621. This is an enchanting rendering of Merian's work with very old hand-coloring added to the plate, often with added borders or details. There is a top coating providing a nice sheen to the color. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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  • Merian - Dance of Death. 59
    Aug. 22, 2026

    Merian - Dance of Death. 59

    Est: $400 - $600

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's Todten-Tantz, wie derselbe in der löblichen und weit-berühmten Stadt Basel, als ein Spiegel menschlicher Beschaffenheit... or The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel. This engraving was published in Frankfurt in 1725 by Joh. B. Andrea and H. Hort. The engravings are printed from the original plates used for Grossbasler Totentanz first published in Basel in 1621. This is an enchanting rendering of Merian's work with very old hand-coloring added to the plate, often with added borders or details. There is a top coating providing a nice sheen to the color. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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  • Merian - Dance of Death. 113
    Aug. 22, 2026

    Merian - Dance of Death. 113

    Est: $400 - $600

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's Todten-Tantz, wie derselbe in der löblichen und weit-berühmten Stadt Basel, als ein Spiegel menschlicher Beschaffenheit... or The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel. This engraving was published in Frankfurt in 1725 by Joh. B. Andrea and H. Hort. The engravings are printed from the original plates used for Grossbasler Totentanz first published in Basel in 1621. This is an enchanting rendering of Merian's work with very old hand-coloring added to the plate, often with added borders or details. There is a top coating providing a nice sheen to the color. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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  • MERIAN, Matthaus. Nova totius terrarum orbis geogr…
    Aug. 12, 2026

    MERIAN, Matthaus. Nova totius terrarum orbis geogr…

    Est: $1,000 - $1,200

    MERIAN, Matthaus. Nova totius terrarum orbis geographica ac hydrographica tabula. [Frankfurt, circa 1650]. Engraved map, with two circular inset maps of the polar regions, 26 x 35 centimetres; framed and glazed. Central fold, a fine dark impression. Shirley 345.

    PETER ARNOLD PTY LTD
  • MERIAN, Matthaus. India Orientalis et insulae adie…
    Aug. 12, 2026

    MERIAN, Matthaus. India Orientalis et insulae adie…

    Est: $400 - $600

    MERIAN, Matthaus. India Orientalis et insulae adiecentes. [Frankfurt, 1646]. Engraved map, 27 x 34 centimetres. Central fold.

    PETER ARNOLD PTY LTD
  • Merian - Dance of Death. 37
    Aug. 08, 2026

    Merian - Dance of Death. 37

    Est: $400 - $600

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's Todten-Tantz, wie derselbe in der löblichen und weit-berühmten Stadt Basel, als ein Spiegel menschlicher Beschaffenheit... or The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel. This engraving was published in Frankfurt in 1725 by Joh. B. Andrea and H. Hort. The engravings are printed from the original plates used for Grossbasler Totentanz first published in Basel in 1621. This is an enchanting rendering of Merian's work with very old hand-coloring added to the plate, often with added borders or details. There is a top coating providing a nice sheen to the color. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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  • Merian - Dance of Death. 41
    Aug. 08, 2026

    Merian - Dance of Death. 41

    Est: $400 - $600

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's Todten-Tantz, wie derselbe in der löblichen und weit-berühmten Stadt Basel, als ein Spiegel menschlicher Beschaffenheit... or The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel. This engraving was published in Frankfurt in 1725 by Joh. B. Andrea and H. Hort. The engravings are printed from the original plates used for Grossbasler Totentanz first published in Basel in 1621. This is an enchanting rendering of Merian's work with very old hand-coloring added to the plate, often with added borders or details. There is a top coating providing a nice sheen to the color. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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  • Merian - Dance of Death. 39
    Aug. 08, 2026

    Merian - Dance of Death. 39

    Est: $400 - $600

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's Todten-Tantz, wie derselbe in der löblichen und weit-berühmten Stadt Basel, als ein Spiegel menschlicher Beschaffenheit... or The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel. This engraving was published in Frankfurt in 1725 by Joh. B. Andrea and H. Hort. The engravings are printed from the original plates used for Grossbasler Totentanz first published in Basel in 1621. This is an enchanting rendering of Merian's work with very old hand-coloring added to the plate, often with added borders or details. There is a top coating providing a nice sheen to the color. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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  • Merian - Dance of Death. 35
    Aug. 08, 2026

    Merian - Dance of Death. 35

    Est: $400 - $600

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's Todten-Tantz, wie derselbe in der löblichen und weit-berühmten Stadt Basel, als ein Spiegel menschlicher Beschaffenheit... or The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel. This engraving was published in Frankfurt in 1725 by Joh. B. Andrea and H. Hort. The engravings are printed from the original plates used for Grossbasler Totentanz first published in Basel in 1621. This is an enchanting rendering of Merian's work with very old hand-coloring added to the plate, often with added borders or details. There is a top coating providing a nice sheen to the color. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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  • MATTHÄUS MERIAN THE ELDER SWISS 1593-1650 XVII CENTURY / ETCHING CA.1649
    Jul. 12, 2026

    MATTHÄUS MERIAN THE ELDER SWISS 1593-1650 XVII CENTURY / ETCHING CA.1649

    Est: $1,500 - $3,500

    Sheet Size: 380 x 320 mm (14.96 x 12.60 in) Plate Size: 356 x 268 mm (14.02 x 10.55 in),Matthäus Merian the Elder Swiss, Basel 1593-1650 Schwalbach Utriusque Burgundiae tum Ducatus, tum Comitatus descriptio Swiss , XVII Century , Etching ca.1649 Map of the Duchy of Burgundy is an etched copperplate map created in 1649 by Matthäus Merian the Elder, a Swiss engraver, cartographer and publisher. It covers the territories of the Duchy of Burgundy and the Free County of Burgundy, and originates from one of his most celebrated works, Topographia Germaniae. This monumental work meticulously depicts over 2,000 prominent cities, monasteries and castles across the Holy Roman Empire, comprising 92 maps, 1,486 prints and 2,142 individual views compiled into 30 volumes. To this day, it remains regarded as one of the most significant illustrated geographical publications. When held up to light, the paper bears a monogram watermark, yet its origin cannot be identified.

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  • u.a. Merian, Matthäus (1593-1650), Stadtansichten, 17.-19. Jh. / including, among others, Merian, Matthäus (1593–1650), cityscapes, 17th–19th centuries
    Jul. 09, 2026

    u.a. Merian, Matthäus (1593-1650), Stadtansichten, 17.-19. Jh. / including, among others, Merian, Matthäus (1593–1650), cityscapes, 17th–19th centuries

    Est: -

    Ansichten von Dingolfing, Landshut, Bayreuth, Augsburg, Landshuter Kirche u. Schloss Traussnitz bei Landshut. Kupferstich u. Stahlstiche, einmal koloriert, jeweils bezeichnet, BA: 9 x 14,5 cm bis 13 x 18,5 cm, jeweils Passepartout, Rahmen u. verglast / Views of Dingolfing, Landshut, Bayreuth, Augsburg, the Landshut Church, and Traussnitz Castle near Landshut. Copperplate and steel engravings, hand-colored, each inscribed; sheet size: 9 x 14.5 cm to 13 x 18.5 cm; each with a mat, frame, and glass

    Kunstauktionhaus Georg Rehm
  • u.a. Merian, Matthäus I. (1593-1650) und Morel, François (c.1768-c.1840) Konvolut Landschaften / including Merian, Matthäus I. (1593–1650) and Morel, François (c. 1768–c. 1840); a collection of landscapes
    Jul. 09, 2026

    u.a. Merian, Matthäus I. (1593-1650) und Morel, François (c.1768-c.1840) Konvolut Landschaften / including Merian, Matthäus I. (1593–1650) and Morel, François (c. 1768–c. 1840); a collection of landscapes

    Est: -

    Kupferstiche mit verschiedenen Stadtansichten oder Landschaften, teilweise fleckig, Wasserflecken, Löcher, jeweils in Passepartout. BA: 7,5 cm x 5 cm bis 14,2 cm x 20,5 cm / Copperplate engravings depicting various cityscapes or landscapes, some with stains, water spots, or holes; each mounted in a mat. Dimensions: 7.5 cm x 5 cm to 14.2 cm x 20.5 cm

    Kunstauktionhaus Georg Rehm
  • Merian, Matthäus I 1593-1650) "Der fürstliche Lustgarten zu Nancy" / Merian, Matthäus I (1593–1650), “The Princely Pleasure Garden at Nancy”
    Jul. 09, 2026

    Merian, Matthäus I 1593-1650) "Der fürstliche Lustgarten zu Nancy" / Merian, Matthäus I (1593–1650), “The Princely Pleasure Garden at Nancy”

    Est: -

    Kupferstich, in der Platte bezeichnet, beschädigt, minimal fleckig, 31 x 37 cm / Copperplate engraving, inscribed on the plate, damaged, slightly stained, 31 x 37 cm

    Kunstauktionhaus Georg Rehm
  • Merian, Matthäus Basel 1593 - 1650 Langenschwalbach, war ein schweizerisch-deutscher Kupferstecher und Verleger. ''Abbildung deß Bludigen See Treffens zwischen den Holländern und Engelländern so drey
    Jun. 26, 2026

    Merian, Matthäus Basel 1593 - 1650 Langenschwalbach, war ein schweizerisch-deutscher Kupferstecher und Verleger. ''Abbildung deß Bludigen See Treffens zwischen den Holländern und Engelländern so drey

    Est: €500 - €1,000

    Merian, Matthäus Basel 1593 - 1650 Langenschwalbach, war ein schweizerisch-deutscher Kupferstecher und Verleger. ''Abbildung deß Bludigen See Treffens zwischen den Holländern und Engelländern so drey tage gewehret geschehen in Augusto, Anno 1653'', Seeschlacht Darstellung mit Titelkartusche aus: aus ''Theatrum Europaeum'', kol. Kupferstich, HxB: 29/38 cm (Sichtmaß). Altersspuren, gebräunt, fleckig, Knicke. Im Passepartout hinter Glas gerahmt.

    Yves Siebers Auktionen GmbH
  • Merian der Ältere, Matthäus Basel 1593 - 1650 Langenschwalbach, war ein schweizer Kupferstecher und Verleger. ''Plursium'', 2 Landkarten, Ansicht des italienischen Dorfes Plurs vor und nach dem Bergst
    Jun. 26, 2026

    Merian der Ältere, Matthäus Basel 1593 - 1650 Langenschwalbach, war ein schweizer Kupferstecher und Verleger. ''Plursium'', 2 Landkarten, Ansicht des italienischen Dorfes Plurs vor und nach dem Bergst

    Est: €25 - €50

    Merian der Ältere, Matthäus Basel 1593 - 1650 Langenschwalbach, war ein schweizer Kupferstecher und Verleger. ''Plursium'', 2 Landkarten, Ansicht des italienischen Dorfes Plurs vor und nach dem Bergsturz, bez. ''Plursium/Eigentlich Vorbildung des schönen Fleckens Plurs, und wie derselbe nach seinem schröcklichen Undergang beschaffen. 1618''; aus ''Topographia Germaniae'', wohl späterer Nachdruck, Kupferstich/Papier, HxB: 35/27 cm (Platte). Knickfalten, gebräunt, fleckig, mittig zusammen geklebt. Ohne Rahmen.

    Yves Siebers Auktionen GmbH
  • Matthäus Merian - Mediolanum, 1646
    Jun. 25, 2026

    Matthäus Merian - Mediolanum, 1646

    Est: €130 - €200

    Copper engraving, Frankfurt, 1646, with a wide margin. Dimensions: L. 42.5 x 31.5 for the entire sheet (L. 34.5 x 25.5 for the engraved part only). In very good condition, framed in dark solid wood with black outline.

    Finarte
  • Matthäus Merian - Florence, 1640
    Jun. 25, 2026

    Matthäus Merian - Florence, 1640

    Est: €100 - €200

    Etching and burin, backed by a press, Frankfurt, 1640, margined sheet: 40 x 29 cm (engraving size: 33.5 x 23 cm). Framed - In good condition except for the central fold mark.

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  • Matthäus Merian (1593 - 1650) Een 17e-eeuwse kaart van Rotterdam
    Jun. 22, 2026

    Matthäus Merian (1593 - 1650) Een 17e-eeuwse kaart van Rotterdam

    Est: €100 - €150

    Gravure, afkomstig uit "Neuwe Archontologia Cosmica", uitgegeven door Johann Ludwig Gottfried.

    Veilinghuis Onder de Boompjes
  • Matthäus Merian
    Jun. 19, 2026

    Matthäus Merian

    Est: €500 - €800

    Matthäus Merian - "Theatrum Europaeum" (Vol. VII) - Seven-Year Peace and War Description. Johannes Georgius Schleder. Frankfurt a. Main, Matth. Merians Erben 1663. Pigskin leather. Triple brown edge. Binding on spine brittle or largely detached, stained. Interior slightly browned, partly foxed and sporadically worm-eaten. Owner's label on spine and note in ink. Endpaper, frontispiece, title page, 4 pp. preface, 1 folding map, 1098 pp. main part with 30 bound copperplate engravings, 1 leaf, 36 pp. index, rear endpaper.

    Das Kunst- und Auktionshaus Kastern GmbH & Co KG
  • Merian - Dance of Death. 71
    Jun. 06, 2026

    Merian - Dance of Death. 71

    Est: $200 - $500

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's "La danse des morts .. Todten-Tanz, wie derselbe in der löbl. u. Welt-berühmten Stadt Basel .. zu sehen ist" or "The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel". This engraving was published in Basel by J. R. Imhof in 1756 (though title dated 1744). The engravings were done by A. Chovin after the originals by Merian. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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  • Merian - Dance of Death. 69
    Jun. 06, 2026

    Merian - Dance of Death. 69

    Est: $200 - $500

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's "La danse des morts .. Todten-Tanz, wie derselbe in der löbl. u. Welt-berühmten Stadt Basel .. zu sehen ist" or "The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel". This engraving was published in Basel by J. R. Imhof in 1756 (though title dated 1744). The engravings were done by A. Chovin after the originals by Merian. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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  • MATTHÄUS MERIAN (1593 Basel - 1650 Langenschwalbach)
    Jun. 06, 2026

    MATTHÄUS MERIAN (1593 Basel - 1650 Langenschwalbach)

    Est: -

    MATTHÄUS MERIAN (1593 Basel - 1650 Langenschwalbach) teilkolorierter Kupferstich, "Prussiae nova tabula", in Maskeronenkartusche bezeichnet, ca. 30x36cm (hinter Passepartout), gerahmt (55,5x61cm), Papier gebräunt und mit leichten Montierungsschäden, Knickfalz

    Auktionshaus Rotherbaum OHG
  • Merian d. Ä., Matthäus: Simson trägt das Stadttor von Gaza auf den Berg Hebron
    Jun. 05, 2026

    Merian d. Ä., Matthäus: Simson trägt das Stadttor von Gaza auf den Berg Hebron

    Est: €1,800 - €2,400

    Simson trägt das Stadttor von Gaza auf den Berg Hebron. Feder in Braun, braun laviert, Spuren von Graphit, teils gegriffelt, verso geschwärzt. 11,3 x 14,5 cm. Oben rechts in Bleistift bez. "Merian". Vor 1629. Vorzeichnung zu der Radierung in den ICONES BIBLICAE, Straßburg, vor 1629, Pars II, S. 37 (fol. E3 recto). - Provenienz: Sammlung Prof. Erik Jayme, Heidelberg (1934-2024). - Wir bitten darum, Zustandsberichte zu den Losen zu erfragen, da der Erhaltungszustand nur in Ausnahmefällen im Katalog angegeben ist. - Please ask for condition reports for individual lots, as the condition is usually not mentioned in the catalogue.

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  • Merian d. Ä., Matthäus: Grotesken mit geistlichen und weltlichen Symbolen
    Jun. 03, 2026

    Merian d. Ä., Matthäus: Grotesken mit geistlichen und weltlichen Symbolen

    Est: €400 - €600

    Grotesken mit geistlichen und weltlichen Symbolen. 12 (von 17) Kupferstiche. Je ca. 7,5 x 9,3 cm. 1616. Berliner Ornamentstichkat. 38, Wüthrich, aus 117-133, Hollstein, aus 627,1-627,17, jeweils letzter Zustand. Wz. Schlangenstab über Wappen mit Buchstaben PK (Fragment). Ausgezeichnete bis ganz ausgezeichnete Drucke mit breitem Rand. Ebenda leicht angestaubt und fleckig bzw. stockfleckig, einzelne Blatt zudem unten rechts fingerfleckig, teils mit zwei Löchlein von alter Bindung an der Oberkante, sechs Blatt mit blasser Federnummerierung neben der unteren rechten Facettenecke, Montierungsspuren an einer Seite verso, weitere Gebrauchsspuren, sonst in sehr guter und unberührter Erhaltung. - Wir bitten darum, Zustandsberichte zu den Losen zu erfragen, da der Erhaltungszustand nur in Ausnahmefällen im Katalog angegeben ist. - Please ask for condition reports for individual lots, as the condition is usually not mentioned in the catalogue.

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  • Merian d. Ä., Matthäus: Zwei raufende Bettler
    Jun. 03, 2026

    Merian d. Ä., Matthäus: Zwei raufende Bettler

    Est: €500 - €750

    Mendicus Mendico invidet - Zwei raufende Bettler (Der Leierspieler einen Pilger angreifend). Radierung nach Jacques Bellange. Um 1615. Walch (Bellange) nach 18, Griffiths-Hartley vgl. 37, Hollstein (Merian) 461. Wz. Wappen mit Schlangenstab. Die Wiederholung von Merian nach der seltenen Darstellung Bellanges in einem prachtvollen, in seiner markanten Wirkung außerst kräftiger Abzug an die Darstellung geschnitten, die Einfassungslinie teils sichtbar. Verso schwache geglättete Mittelfalte, entlang der Ränder minimal und äußerst unauffällig ausgebesserte Läsuren, sonst vollkommenes und vorzügliches Exemplar. Selten. Laut Auskunft des Vorbesitzers aus der Sammlung Samuel Josefowitz. - Wir bitten darum, Zustandsberichte zu den Losen zu erfragen, da der Erhaltungszustand nur in Ausnahmefällen im Katalog angegeben ist. - Please ask for condition reports for individual lots, as the condition is usually not mentioned in the catalogue.

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  • Merian d. Ä., Matthäus: Caspar; Balthasar
    Jun. 03, 2026

    Merian d. Ä., Matthäus: Caspar; Balthasar

    Est: €400 - €600

    Caspar; Balthasar. 2 Radierungen nach Jacques Bellange. Je ca. 28,5 x 18,3 cm. Um 1615. Walch (Bellange) nach 26 und 20, Griffiths-Hartley 29b und 30, Hollstein (Merian) 19 und 20, jeweils II. Wz. Greif mit angehängten Initialen (vgl. Briquet 2096); kleiner Doppelkopfadler. Merian war 23 Jahre alt und noch in Basel tätig als er die Wiederholungen nach Bellange schuf. Gleichzeitig ist es ein Beleg für die frühe Verbreitung des graphischen Werkes von Jacques Bellange. Ganz ausgezeichnete, klare Drucke mit sehr feinem Rändchen. Minimal angestaubt, vereinzelte ausgebesserte Randschäden und teils ergänzte Fehlstellen etwa in den Ecken, Caspar mit je einem geschlossenen Randeinriss rechts sowie links mittig, weitere ausgebesserte Erhaltungsmängel, Balthasar mit zwei kleinen ausgebesserten Stellen im Gewand links, sonst jedoch im Gesamteindruck schöne Exemplare. Laut Auskunft des Vorbesitzers aus der Sammlung Samuel Josefowitz. - Wir bitten darum, Zustandsberichte zu den Losen zu erfragen, da der Erhaltungszustand nur in Ausnahmefällen im Katalog angegeben ist. - Please ask for condition reports for individual lots, as the condition is usually not mentioned in the catalogue.

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  • Merian - 4 Dance of Death Engravings
    May. 30, 2026

    Merian - 4 Dance of Death Engravings

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's La danse des morts .. Todten-Tanz, wie derselbe in der löbl. u. Welt-berühmten Stadt Basel .. zu sehen ist or The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel. This engraving was published in Basel by J. R. Imhof in 1756 (though title dated 1744). The engravings were done by A. Chovin after the originals by Merian. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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  • Merian - Dance of Death. 67
    May. 23, 2026

    Merian - Dance of Death. 67

    Est: $200 - $500

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's La danse des morts .. Todten-Tanz, wie derselbe in der löbl. u. Welt-berühmten Stadt Basel .. zu sehen ist or The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel. This engraving was published in Basel by J. R. Imhof in 1756 (though title dated 1744). The engravings were done by A. Chovin after the originals by Merian. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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  • Merian - Dance of Death. 57
    May. 23, 2026

    Merian - Dance of Death. 57

    Est: $200 - $500

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's La danse des morts .. Todten-Tanz, wie derselbe in der löbl. u. Welt-berühmten Stadt Basel .. zu sehen ist or The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel. This engraving was published in Basel by J. R. Imhof in 1756 (though title dated 1744). The engravings were done by A. Chovin after the originals by Merian. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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  • Merian - Dance of Death. 55
    May. 23, 2026

    Merian - Dance of Death. 55

    Est: $200 - $500

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's La danse des morts .. Todten-Tanz, wie derselbe in der löbl. u. Welt-berühmten Stadt Basel .. zu sehen ist or The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel. This engraving was published in Basel by J. R. Imhof in 1756 (though title dated 1744). The engravings were done by A. Chovin after the originals by Merian. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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  • Merian - Dance of Death. 53
    May. 23, 2026

    Merian - Dance of Death. 53

    Est: $200 - $500

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's La danse des morts .. Todten-Tanz, wie derselbe in der löbl. u. Welt-berühmten Stadt Basel .. zu sehen ist or The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel. This engraving was published in Basel by J. R. Imhof in 1756 (though title dated 1744). The engravings were done by A. Chovin after the originals by Merian. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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  • Merian - Pair of Dance of Death Engravings
    May. 16, 2026

    Merian - Pair of Dance of Death Engravings

    Est: $400 - $800

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's La danse des morts .. Todten-Tanz, wie derselbe in der löbl. u. Welt-berühmten Stadt Basel .. zu sehen ist or The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel. This engraving was published in Basel by J. R. Imhof in 1756 (though title dated 1744). The engravings were done by A. Chovin after the originals by Merian. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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  • Merian - Pair of Dance of Death Engravings
    May. 16, 2026

    Merian - Pair of Dance of Death Engravings

    Est: $400 - $800

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's La danse des morts .. Todten-Tanz, wie derselbe in der löbl. u. Welt-berühmten Stadt Basel .. zu sehen ist or The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel. This engraving was published in Basel by J. R. Imhof in 1756 (though title dated 1744). The engravings were done by A. Chovin after the originals by Merian. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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  • Merian - Pair of Dance of Death Engravings
    May. 09, 2026

    Merian - Pair of Dance of Death Engravings

    Est: $400 - $800

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's La danse des morts .. Todten-Tanz, wie derselbe in der löbl. u. Welt-berühmten Stadt Basel .. zu sehen ist or The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel. This engraving was published in Basel by J. R. Imhof in 1756 (though title dated 1744). The engravings were done by A. Chovin after the originals by Merian. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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  • Merian - Pair of Dance of Death Engravings
    May. 09, 2026

    Merian - Pair of Dance of Death Engravings

    Est: $400 - $800

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's La danse des morts .. Todten-Tanz, wie derselbe in der löbl. u. Welt-berühmten Stadt Basel .. zu sehen ist or The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel. This engraving was published in Basel by J. R. Imhof in 1756 (though title dated 1744). The engravings were done by A. Chovin after the originals by Merian. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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  • VON PALAMOS GIRONE
    May. 07, 2026

    VON PALAMOS GIRONE

    Est: -

    Por Matthäus Merian (1593-1650). Publicado en "Theatrum Europeum", 1702, Augsburgo. Buril sobre papel verjurado con filigrana. Medidas plancha: 21,5 x 29 cm. Medidas totales: 34,5 x 36 cm.  

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  • OBSIDIO DE PERPIGNIANI
    May. 07, 2026

    OBSIDIO DE PERPIGNIANI

    Est: -

    Por Matthäus Merian (1593-1650). Publicado en "Theatrum europeum", 1648. Buril sobre papel verjurado. Medidas plancha: 23,5 x 32,5 cm. Medidas totales: 34 x 37,5 cm.  

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  • GRUNDRISS DER APROCHEN VOR BARCELONE
    May. 07, 2026

    GRUNDRISS DER APROCHEN VOR BARCELONE

    Est: -

    Por Matthäus Merian (1593-1650). Publicado en "Theatrum europaeum" Vol. XVII, Frankfurt, 1706. Buril sobre papel verjurado. Medidas plancha: 29 x 37 cm. Medidas totales: 33 x 39,5 cm.

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  • GRUNDKIG UND ATTAQUES DER SEFTUNG ROSES
    May. 07, 2026

    GRUNDKIG UND ATTAQUES DER SEFTUNG ROSES

    Est: -

    Por Matthäus Merian (1593-1650). Publicado en "Theatrum Europeum", vol. XIV, 1691-1695, Ausburgo. Buril sobre papel verjurado con filigrana. Medidas plancha: 31 x 33 cm. Medidas totales: 33,5 x 38 cm.

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  • GIRONE ALEMANY
    May. 07, 2026

    GIRONE ALEMANY

    Est: -

    Por Matthäus Merian (1593-1650) . Publicado en "Theatrum Europaeum", Vol. XIV. 1702. Buril sobre papel verjurado. Medidas plancha: 23 x 34,5 cm. Medidas totales: 33 x 36 cm.

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  • CITTADELLE DE PERPIGNAN
    May. 07, 2026

    CITTADELLE DE PERPIGNAN

    Est: -

    Por Matthaus Merian (1593-1650). Publicado en "Theatrum Europeum", 1643. Buril sobre papel verjurado. Medidas plancha: 28,5 x 36,5 cm. Medidas totales: 32,5 x 39 cm.

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  • ACIES GALLICAE ET HISPANIAE
    May. 07, 2026

    ACIES GALLICAE ET HISPANIAE

    Est: -

    Por Matthäus Merian (1593-1650) . Publicado en 1650. Grabado calcográfico sobre papel verjurado. Medidas plancha: 21 x 33 cm. Medidas totales: 33 x 38 cm.

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  • u.a. Merian, Matthäus (1593-1650), Stadtansichten, 17.-19. Jh. / e.g. Merian, Matthäus (1593-1650), City views, 17th-19th century
    May. 07, 2026

    u.a. Merian, Matthäus (1593-1650), Stadtansichten, 17.-19. Jh. / e.g. Merian, Matthäus (1593-1650), City views, 17th-19th century

    Est: -

    Ansichten von Dingolfing, Landshut, Bayreuth, Augsburg, Landshuter Kirche u. Schloss Traussnitz bei Landshut. Kupferstich u. Stahlstiche, einmal koloriert, jeweils bezeichnet, Blattmaß 9 cm x 14,5 cm bis 13 cm x 18,5 cm, jeweils Passepartout, Rahmen u. verglast / Views of Dingolfing, Landshut, Bayreuth, Augsburg, Landshut church and Traussnitz castle near Landshut. Copper engraving a. steel engravings, once colored, each inscribed, sheet size 9 cm x 14.5 cm to 13 cm x 18.5 cm, each matted, framed a. glazed

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  • Merian, Matthäus (1593-1650) Festung Marienberg mit der Mainbrücke in Würzburg, um 1650 / Merian, Matthäus (1593-1650) Marienberg Fortress with the Main Bridge in Würzburg, c. 1650
    May. 07, 2026

    Merian, Matthäus (1593-1650) Festung Marienberg mit der Mainbrücke in Würzburg, um 1650 / Merian, Matthäus (1593-1650) Marienberg Fortress with the Main Bridge in Würzburg, c. 1650

    Est: -

    Kupferstich, auf Platte bezeichnet, Papier vergilbt und fleckig, Blattmaß 44 cm x 22 cm, Passepartout, Rahmen, verglast / Copperplate engraving, inscribed on plate, paper yellowed and stained, sheet size 44 cm x 22 cm, passepartout, frame, glazed

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  • Merian - Dance of Death. 37
    May. 02, 2026

    Merian - Dance of Death. 37

    Est: $300 - $600

    This rare and early engraving is from Matthaus Merian's La danse des morts .. Todten-Tanz, wie derselbe in der löbl. u. Welt-berühmten Stadt Basel .. zu sehen ist or The Dance of the Dead... The Dance of Death, as it can be seen in the laudable and world-famous city of Basel. This engraving was published in Basel by J. R. Imhof in 1756 (though title dated 1744). The engravings were done by A. Chovin after the originals by Merian. Merian first rendered the 'Dance of Death' mural in 1616, just after Emanuel Bock's restoration. He published the most complete and reliable representation of the 'Dance of Death.' He viewed the mural as "'a mirror of human existence' in which people should recognize themselves in their transience and the resulting demand for a meaningful, God-devoted Christian life." (exhibition catalogue: Dances of Death of the HAB) Matthaeus Merian (1593-1650) was part of an exceptional artistic family. He was an artist and engraver himself that was born in Switzerland, and received training in engraving in Zurich, Nancy, Paris, and Strasbourg. He settled in Frankfurt where he worked for Johann Theodor de Bry, another accomplished publisher, and married his daughter, Maria Magdelena de Bry. He was the father of Matthaeus the Younger and the celebrated naturalist and artist, Maria Sibylla Merian. He took over De Bry's published house upon his death in 1623, and became particularly noted for his town views due to their artistry and accuracy.

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