Map of south America, engraved by Franz Pluth (Czech, 1800-1871), from the book "Neueste Lander - und Volkerkunde, ein geographisches Lesebuch fur alle Stande" by Linder, F. L. (Prague) 1820. Catalog listing is attached to verso, which reads: "193. [SOUTH AMERICA] [MAP] Charte von Sud-America nach den Neusten und Besten Hulssmitteln Entworfen. Prag: (C.F. Weiland). 1820. Engraved broadside map, 18 x 12 inches, with color outline. Folded, but a very good copy." Presented in a wood frame with a double mat and glass. Image size: 18"H x 12"W

Franz Pluth (1800 - 1871) was an engraver based in Prague, the capital of the Kingdom of Bohemia, then part of the Habsburg Austrian Empire. Pluth was born in Prague and most likely died in Zbraslav. He was active as a map engraver until at least 1848.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Design Modified
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very Good

Origin:
Czechia

Materials & Techniques:
Paper

Details:
Art Subjects: Landscape
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
Country of Origin: Czechia

Original Design Modified; Some Imperfections; Very Good