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Auction 171, Lot 606

"Cyprus Insula", Ortelius/Galle

Subject: Cyprus

Period: 1590 (published)

Publication: Epitome du Theatre du Monde d'Abraham Ortelius

Color: Hand Color

Size:
4.1 x 3 inches
10.4 x 7.6 cm
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This tiny map is a charming depiction of the island showing the rivers and cities. The island is surrounded by sailing ships and a sea monster. It is adorned with a strapwork title cartouche and a decorative border. French text on verso. The first pocket version of Ortelius' Theatrum was published by Philippe Galle in 1577 as Spieghel der Werelt. Galle began a new edition with new plates, commonly known as the Epitome, in 1588. Galle's miniature atlas was quite popular, and was published in editions until 1602. From 1583 he gradually introduced a new set of maps, both adding to and replacing the originals. The plates were then passed to Jan B. Vrients, who retouched some of the plates and published the final editions of the Epitome in 1601 and 1602.

References: King (2nd Ed.) pp. 64-65 & 88-89; Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #8130:331.

Condition: B+

A dark impression with light toning and minor soiling.

Estimate: $240 - $300

Sold for: $180

Closed on 2/6/2019

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