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no title, Rheinlauf
Article ID | EUD4009 |
Title | no title, Rheinlauf |
Description | Karte zeigt den Rheinlauf von Köln bis Mainz mit Städten aus der Vogelschau. Der Rheinlauf ist umrandet von 20 prachtvollen Ansichten verschiedener Städten, Schlößern, etc. |
Year | ca. 1845 |
Artist | Dondorf (1833-1905) |
B. Dondorf was a printing company based in Frankfurt am Main. The company was a leading manufacturer of playing cards. The company building, the Dondorf print shop in Frankfurt-Bockenheim, is part of the route of industrial culture. The lithographer and printer Bernhard Dondorf founded the company B. Dondorf on April 2, 1833 as a printing and trading company in Saalgasse 27 in Frankfurt. He specialized in high-quality printed products. From 1839, playing cards were mainly produced here. In addition, luxury papers, but also board games were produced. The high quality of the lithographs produced here led to the founding of the sister company Dondorf & Naumann (together with Carl Christian Otto Naumann) in 1850, which became a leading manufacturer of securities and banknotes. A steam engine was purchased in 1854. In 1872 Bernhard Dondorf left the company. Successors at the top of the company were his sons Carl (1844–1936) and Paul (1848–1904) and son-in-law Jacob Fries (husband of Anna Dondorf (1850–1927)), who resigned in 1890. Carl Dondorf joined the company in 1860 and was responsible for technical management. Paul Dondorf was responsible for commercial questions. At the end of 1905 the company was transformed into a GmbH. | |
Historical Description | The Rhine is one of the most important rivers in Europe and has played a significant role in the history and development of the region. It connects several countries, including Switzerland, Germany, France, and the Netherlands. In ancient Europe, the Rhine was an important border, separating the Roman Empire from the Germanic tribes to the north. The Romans used the Rhine as a trade and transport route and built several fortresses along the river to secure their border, including the well-known Limes (border fortifications). The Rhine played a central role in the spread of Roman culture and civilization in the areas along the river. In the Middle Ages, the Rhine was not only an important trade route but also a strategic political point. Cities like Cologne, Mainz, and Speyer along the Rhine developed into important commercial centers. The river was a central part of the Holy Roman Empire and played a key role in the political power dynamics of the region. In the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the Rhine underwent profound changes. During the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars, the Rhineland came under French control, and after Napoleon's downfall, it was controlled by Prussia and other German states, becoming an important part of the newly formed German Confederation. In the 19th century, the Rhine experienced significant economic transformation. With the expansion of the railway network and industrialization, the river became an important trade route for raw materials such as coal and iron. Cities like Düsseldorf, Leverkusen, and Mannheim experienced enormous growth and became industrial centers that directly benefited from access to the Rhine. Thus, the course of the Rhine has not only geographical significance but also a profound political, cultural, and economic impact that spans thousands of years. It has shaped both conflict and cooperation and remains a key resource for the countries through which it flows. |
Place of Publication | Frankfurt on Main |
Dimensions (cm) | 44,5 x 13,5 cm |
Condition | Perfect condition |
Coloring | colored |
Technique | Steel engraving |
Reproduction:
51.00 €
( A reproduction can be ordered individually on request. )