Geremias Wolff Geographic map of the state of Milan, early 18th century

Geremias Wolff Geographical map of the Milan state, a beautiful early 18th-century aquatint on a copper plate by G. Bodenehr and published in Augsburg by Jeremias Wolff around 1720. On the left side of the green watercolor scroll, we find the words *Status Mediolanensis* in the rules of its parts, some of which are Venetian, others Ducal of Mantua, Parma, and Modena. The map is in good condition, framed with a graduated scale; it has a slight yellowing in the central fold and is mounted on cardboard in a modern box frame with boxwood.

Geremias Wolff's map titled “Status Mediolanensis in principales suas partes divisas” is an important early 18th-century illustration depicting the territory of the Duchy of Milan. This work, published in Augsburg by Jeremias Wolff around 1720 and created by G. Bodenehr, is a significant example of cartography from that period.

The copperplate stands out for its artistic quality and detailed geographical layout, dividing various regions under Milanese control and indicating adjacent territories of the Venetian states as well as the duchies of Mantua, Parma, and Modena. The presence of the green watercolor scroll on the left adds a touch of elegance and makes the sheet even more fascinating.

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