"Corsicae Antiquae Descriptio", Cluver, Philipp

This interesting, small map of these Mediterranean islands is filled with ancient place names and topographical information. It is adorned with two cartouches.

Cluver's Introductio in Universam Geographicam was a popular atlas, appearing in over 45 editions during a 100-year period. The first edition was published without maps in the 1620s, and the first edition to include maps was published circa 1641. The various editions were published in different cities throughout Europe, including Amsterdam, Nuremberg, and London. This map is from an Amsterdam edition published by Jan Wolters.

References: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.CLUV-8a #22.

Condition: A

A dark impression on a bright sheet with a binding trim at left and light toning along the edges of the sheet.