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Auction 186, Lot 402
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"Europam, sive Celticam Veterem, sic Describere Conabar Abrah. Ortelius", Ortelius, Abraham

Subject: Europe

Period: 1624 (published)

Publication: Theatri Orbis Terrarum Parergon

Color: Hand Color

Size:
18.8 x 14 inches
47.8 x 35.6 cm
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Beautiful map of ancient Europe that was based on classical sources such as Salustius, Plinius, Herodotus, Strabo, and Dionysius. The land is fully engraved with forests, mountains, and rivers, and there are numerous ancient place and region names. Richly embellished with three cartouches, ships, and a sea monster. Latin text on verso.

References: Van den Broecke #189.

Condition: A

A nice impression on a bright sheet with the horn coat or arms watermark commonly found on Ortelius maps. There is marginal soiling and some chips along the edges of the sheet.

Estimate: $800 - $950

Sold for: $550

Closed on 2/9/2022

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