This large format rectangular box is covered in a splendid antique map by the Dutch mapmaker, Willem J. Blaue, who depicted the known world of 1616.
Box Description
Large Rectangular Box with Willem Blaeu’s Nova Totius Terrarum Orbis Geographica antique map of 1616 with Lid Open
This map is a beautiful example of an important historical document of its time and an impressive work of decorative art. It features the Pope and major nobility of the day. The box is finished in brown linen book cloth. The corners of the top are covered in walnut cave paper. The box dimensions are approximately 13″ long by 9 3/4″ wide by 3 1/2″ deep.
This specialty box sells for $150.00 plus sales tax and shipping.