Mountains of Abyssode opposite Umm el Gusur – Nile View, c.1755

€ 460

Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)

Date: 1755
Mapmaker / artist: Frederik Ludvig Norden, Copenhagen, circa 1755
Technique: Copper engraving
Sheet size: 29 × 44.6 cm (11.4 × 17.6 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-14183-15

What the condition grades mean

Excellent: Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good: Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good: Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair: Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.

Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.

Condition

Very good antique condition. Light toning and minimal spotting. Clear plate mark.

About this sheet

Mountains of Abyssode opposite Umm el Gusur – Nile View, c.1755

This wide view depicts the mountains known as Abyssode, facing the village of Umm el Gusur across the Nile. The composition is defined by rugged rock formations, calm water, and small sailing vessels that introduce scale and rhythm.
Norden’s precise line work conveys both the mass of the landscape and the serenity of the river, making this plate a refined example of Enlightenment-era travel engraving.
Its clean structure and expansive horizon make it particularly suitable for modern interiors while retaining strong historical appeal.

Condition report:
Very good antique condition. Light toning and minimal spotting. Clear plate mark.

Framing tips:
A minimalist frame with a generous mat works especially well for this plate’s open composition.