Description
CATALOG OF MAPS AND PLANS FROM THE NOBILITY SECTION OF THE NATIONAL HISTORICAL ARCHIVE
Book summary
This catalog offers a carefully curated selection of maps and plans extracted from the ducal archives of Osuna and Frías, as well as other smaller collections held in the Nobility Section of the National Historical Archive. The work serves as an essential tool for researchers, historians, and enthusiasts of historical cartography, providing visual and documented access to valuable cartographic pieces that illustrate the evolution of territory, architecture, and noble power in Spain.
What is it about?
The publication compiles and describes a wide sample of images of plans and maps from the ducal archives of Osuna and Frías, complemented by others belonging to smaller collections of the Nobility Section. Throughout its pages, the reader will find a graphic representation of properties, jurisdictions, buildings, and territories linked to the Spanish nobility. Each piece is accompanied by a descriptive entry that details its origin, dating, and characteristics, allowing for an understanding of its historical and documentary context. The catalog functions not only as a visual inventory, but as a gateway to the study of historical cartography and the territorial organization of the Ancien Régime.
Main topics
- Historical cartography of the Spanish nobility.
- Ducal archives of Osuna and Frías.
- Planimetry of noble properties and jurisdictions.
- Graphic documentation of territorial and architectural heritage.
- Cataloging and description of cartographic collections of the National Historical Archive.
Who is it recommended for?
This catalog is aimed at historians, archivists, cartographers, researchers in social and documentary sciences, as well as university students interested in the history of the nobility, territorial organization, or the evolution of cartography. It is also of interest to genealogy and local history enthusiasts who wish to explore primary visual sources.
What this book provides
- Access to a selection of historical maps and plans that are difficult to consult directly.
- Detailed information on the provenance and context of each cartographic piece.
- A concrete view of the relationship between the nobility and the territory through graphic documentation.
- Reference material for academic studies on noble archives and historical cartography.
- A visual resource that complements documentary research in modern and contemporary history.
Technical specifications
- Author: Not specified
- Publisher: Ministry of Culture and Sport
- Language: Spanish
- Collection: FONDO
- Binding: Other
- Publication date: January 2001
- Weight: 100 g
Editorial review
This is a specialized reference work, essential for those who work with documentary collections of the Spanish nobility. Its value lies in the selection and description of cartographic materials which, by their nature, are not easily accessible to the general public. Although its format and length are limited, it rigorously fulfills its function as a catalog, offering a useful tool for historical and archival research.