Nils Marelius (1707–1791), engraved by C. Bergqvist – Map of Elfsborgs and Wenersborgs Höfdingedöme – Large ...

Nils Marelius (1707–1791), engraved by C. Bergqvist – Map of Elfsborgs and Wenersborgs Höfdingedöme – Large Hand-Colored Engraved Map of Southwestern Sweden (1780)
This large hand-colored engraved map titled Charta öfwer Elfsborgs och Wenersborgs Höfdingedöme presents a detailed administrative and geographical view of southwestern Sweden as it stood in 1780. The map displays provinces, towns, parishes, and roads, and features elaborate cartouches and an inset map of Wermeland and northern Dalsland. Each jurisdiction is color-coded and annotated with precise Swedish topographic and civic information. In the bottom left, a legend deciphers administrative divisions and road distances. The engraving was executed by C. Bergqvist, based on the cartographic work of Nils Marelius, a leading Swedish mapmaker of the 18th century.Nils Marelius (1707–1791) was known for his precise administrative maps and contributions to Sweden’s national cartographic record during the Age of Liberty and Gustavian era.Artist or Maker: Nils Marelius, engraved by C. BergqvistDimensions: 64 cm × 55 cmMedium: Hand-Colored Engraving on paperDate: 1780Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.