"Romani Imperii Imago", Mercator/Hondius
Subject: Europe & Middle East
Period: 1621 (published)
Publication: Atlas Minor
Color: Hand Color
Size:
7.5 x 6 inches
19.1 x 15.2 cm
Superb map of the Roman Empire covering most of Europe, Northern Africa, and the Near and Middle East. The map is richly decorated with two strapwork cartouches and two containing portraits. The cartouche in the lower section of the map contains a brief account of Roman dominion. Latin text on verso.
References: Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #1050H:351.
Condition: B+
A lightly toned sheet with a bit of show-through of text on verso, a couple of small paper flaws in the image, and light soiling. The incorrect alternate letterpress title was printed above the map.
