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FAMOUS MAP OF AMSTERDAM<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cAmstelodami Celeberrimi Hollandiae Emporii Delineatio Nova<\/em>\u201d<\/strong>. Copper engraving published by Johannes Janssonius<\/a> in 1657<\/strong>, Coloured by a later hand. Verso: Latin text. Size: 42.5 \u00d7 54.5 cm.<\/p>\n

This edition of the Amsterdam city map by Johannes Janssonius was made for his renowned town book \u201cUrbium Totius Belgii Seu Germaniae Inferioris\u201d<\/em>. At the time, the Amstel was still a meandering river flowing through the heart of the city, only covered at the Dam by Hendrick de Keyser\u2019s stock exchange<\/a> and the adjacent fish market<\/a>.<\/p>\n

It was not an original work – Janssonius based his map on a plan by Henricus Hondius<\/a>, which had also been issued earlier by Joan Blaeu<\/a>. Janssonius updated it to reflect the situation in 1657 (his version includes the new City Hall and the completed national sea arsenal, \u2019s Lands Zeemagazijn<\/a>). On the left and right edges are narrow panels listing buildings, locks, markets, gates, and so forth, with corresponding numbers referring to the map.<\/p>\n

Surrounding the city is the old medieval city wall, which was due to be shifted southward and eastward with the planned Fourth Expansion (Vierde Uitleg<\/em>). In the semi-rural outskirts on the city’s edge, the planned trajectory of the new wall is already roughly indicated. However, around 1650, the Amsterdam city council opted for a much broader expansion, so by the time the map was published, it was already somewhat outdated.<\/p>\n

On the verso side of the map Janssonius in 1657 described Amsterdam:<\/p>\n

Amsterdam was regarded as Europe\u2019s most renowned commercial center. It originated as a small fishing village on the Amstel River, named after the dam that controlled its waters – hence Amstelodamum<\/em>. The city’s early growth was supported by abundant fisheries, divine favour, and the patronage of the local lords Van Amstel<\/a>. By the 14th century, it came under the control of the Counts of Holland<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Key privileges, including toll exemption granted in 1275 by Count Floris V<\/a>, stimulated trade. The city gradually expanded with churches, strong fortifications, and key religious buildings. Among them was the famous Heilige Stede <\/a>chapel, built on the site of the 1345 Eucharistic Miracle, attracting pilgrims from across Europe.<\/p>\n

The Oude Kerk <\/a>(Old Church), dedicated to Saint Nicholas, was the city’s original main church, while the Nieuwe Kerk <\/a>(New Church) had recently been consecrated. Amsterdam was enclosed by a stone wall by the late 15th century and had several main gates, including the Regulierspoort (of which the Munttoren<\/a> still stands today) and Sint-Antoniespoort (known today as the Waag<\/a>), the latter known for its size and strength.<\/p>\n

By the 17th century, numerous monasteries had been absorbed into the urban fabric. Some were repurposed as hospitals, schools, orphanages, and almshouses. Examples include the Begijnhof<\/a>, the Lazarus House, and the Burgerweeshuis (Civic Orphanage). The Amsterdam Stock Exchange <\/a>(Beurs), built between 1611 and 1617, served as a central hub of international trade.<\/p>\n

Governance was handled by a council of seven officials (two burgomasters, four aldermen, and a treasurer), supported by guilds and the Vroedschap<\/em><\/a>, a council of leading citizens. Legal and administrative matters were overseen by local courts, and various commissioners regulated markets, coinage, morals, and education.<\/p>\n

Amsterdam\u2019s civic structure, religious institutions, trade infrastructure, and legal order are all highlighted as exceptional, underscoring the city’s unique position as a model metropolis of its time.<\/p>\n

Literature: Marc Hameleers “Kaarten van Amsterdam 1538-1865”, no. 39<\/em><\/p>\n

Price: SOLD<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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