"Cataloniae Principatus, nec non Ruscinonensis et Cerretaniae Comitatus…", Visscher, Nicolas

A decorative map of the Spanish region of Catalonia that covers the Mediterranean coastline from the French border via Barcelona to Tortosa. The map is filled with detail of topography, towns, roads, schools, churches and fortified cities. The cartouche incorporates the scale of miles and is richly ornamented with mermaids, Neptune, cherubs and a trumpeting angel representing Fame.

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Condition: B+

A fine impression with original color, marginal soiling, and a centerfold separation that enters 1/4" into map image at bottom. There is a light crease adjacent to centerfold with a few cracks due to oxidation of green pigment that have been closed on verso with archival tape. The paper is otherwise quite supple.