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Nicolas Sanson: Map of Scandinavia (1648) | Historical Map Print

Nicolas Sanson: Map of Scandinavia (1648) | Historical Map Print

Denmark, Sweden and the wider Scandinavian region appear through the eyes of a French cartographer in this detailed map from 1648.

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Denmark, Sweden and the wider Scandinavian region appear through the eyes of a French cartographer in this detailed map from 1648.

Scandinavie ou sont les Estats de Danemark, de Suede &c. was created by Nicolas Sanson and published in Paris as part of his geographical work L’Europe. The French title translates approximately as Scandinavia, where the states of Denmark, Sweden and others are found.

The copper engraving was made by Abraham Peyrounin. Coloured outlines define the political divisions, while towns, villages, rivers and mountain ranges fill the landscape. Relief is shown pictorially, giving the terrain the distinctive character of 17th-century cartography.

The map reflects a period when geography, royal administration and political power were closely connected. Sanson held the title of geographer to the French king, and his maps helped establish Paris as an important centre of European mapmaking.

The catalogue of the David Rumsey Historical Map Collection describes the map as showing “political divisions, major cities, towns, villages, rivers, mountains” and drainage.

Why this map stands out

  • Detailed representation of Scandinavia from 1648
  • Created by influential French cartographer Nicolas Sanson
  • Copper engraved by Abraham Peyrounin
  • Hand-coloured outlines and a decorative title cartouche
  • Available framed or unframed in five sizes

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Printed after you order and produced close to you on premium 200 gsm matte paper. The paper is FSC-certified or sourced through an equivalent responsible system.

Framed prints arrive mounted and ready to hang. Expected delivery is normally 2–5 business days.

Size Inches
30 × 40 cm 12 × 16 in
40 × 50 cm 16 × 20 in
50 × 70 cm 20 × 28 in
60 × 90 cm 24 × 36 in
70 × 100 cm 28 × 40 in

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Who created the map?

The map was created by French cartographer Nicolas Sanson. Abraham Peyrounin engraved the copper plate.

When was the map published?

This version dates from 1648 and accompanied Sanson’s geographical work L’Europe.

What does the French title mean?

Scandinavie ou sont les Estats de Danemark, de Suede &c. can be translated as “Scandinavia, where the states of Denmark, Sweden and others are found.”

What geographical details appear on the map?

The map includes political divisions, settlements, rivers, drainage systems and mountain ranges. The relief is shown pictorially.

Does the framed version arrive ready to hang?

Yes. The print is mounted in the selected frame before shipment.

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