Historical map of Hainburg and Pressburg in Hungary & surrounding area, approx. 1835

Historical map of Hainburg and Pressburg in Hungary & surrounding area, approx. 1835

Are you looking for an original historical map of your homeland or birthplace, or would you like to discover historical evidence? This rare map is a treasure trove for historians, local historians and collectors: it dates from the 19th century and shows the area around Hainburg and Pressburg in Hungary around 1835. Numerous towns and historical sites can be found on this detailed map, for example: Hainburg, Markthof (formerly Hof an der March), Wolfsthal, Pressburg (today Bratislava), Theben (today Devin), Neudorf (today Devínska Nová Ves), Dúbravka (formerly Kaltenbrunn) and many more. The map is a copperplate engraving by J. Hollnsteiner del. – F. Mehl, from Schweickhardt von Sickingens work ‘Perspective Map of the Archduchy of Austria below the Enns’. It offers a historical bird's-eye view with many details: roads, houses, churches, old paths, vanished villages (deserted settlements), castles and ruins, gallows trees, mills, settlements, individual buildings, groups of trees, rivers and streams are finely reproduced on these maps. Such maps are a fascinating reflection of the cultural landscape of the Biedermeier period and are of great historical significance. Dimensions: approx. 38.5 × 54.5 cm with frame / approx. 29 × 43.5 cm without frame; Condition: The map itself is well preserved; mould stains on the front and back; the edges show age-related tears and stains. The map was partially folded at the edges. Signs of wear consistent with its age (see photos)! With a matching passe-partout, this map will be a real eye-catcher for your home, office or collection.