Zagreb - Johann Weikhard von Valvasor, 1689. (Historical Wall Art)
This city view print gives you a rare look at old Zagreb, labeled Agram, drawn in crisp, fine lines on a warm parchment style background. It feels calm and readable on the wall, and it fits naturally in a study, hallway, or library-style home decor next to wood, books, and simple frames.
About this print
This print is based on a Zagreb view published in 1689. in Johann Weikhard von Valvasor’s Die Ehre deß Hertzogthums Crain (also known as The Glory of the Duchy of Carniola). The work is a large illustrated survey of the region and includes hundreds of copperplate engravings of places and landmarks.
“Agram” is the older German name for Zagreb, which is why you see it used in historical prints like this.
If you enjoy city views that capture a place right before it changes, Dubrovnik (Before The Earthquake, 1660.) is another strong example of that same “last glimpse” feeling.
Craft & finish
This print is made on hand-processed paper, with subtle gold highlights and a beeswax finish so it feels close to real parchment when you hold it. Please note that colors can look slightly different from screen to screen.
Find more art prints like this in our Vintage City Prints collection.
Zagreb (Johann Weikhard von Valvasor, 1689.) - Vintage City Print
In case your print creases during the travel, as it usually does travel for some time, you can safely warm it up with a hair-dryer, and the wax will melt back right into it. You can also use a lighter, which is a much faster method, but be careful to keep the flame either above the paper or parallel to it (which means holding the paper vertically) so it doesn't smudge or even catch fire. The chance of the print actually creasing is very small, as they are rolled in bubble-wrap and shipped in a cardboard box. Also, be sure to keep the print out of the direct sunlight, as it can melt or fade.
Visit the link below to see more about how our replicas are made, how to display them, and repair the damage:
https://www.artifex-replicas.com/post/about-our-parchment-replicas
