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MAP, Switzerland, Munster
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Description
Chur, Switzerland. Sebastian Munster, Die Statt Chur im Schwentzer Gebirg in der Grauwen Pundter Land Unsern vom Rhein Gelegen, from Cosmographey oder beschreibung aller Länder, 1569 (published). Black & White. This woodcut view depicts Chur, the oldest town in Switzerland and the capital of the canton of Graubünden. Chur was established as a fortified Roman camp named Raetorum more than 5000 years ago. The ancient churches of St. Martins and St. Luzius are shown and named, along with other points of interest within the walled medieval town. An unfortunate person is shown hanging from the gibbet outside of town. On a full sheet of German text measuring 15.5 x 11.4".
Condition
A couple of light stains in the image with minor toning along the centerfold and marginal soiling. Grade: B+
Dimensions
5.5 x 13.6 in
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