"Galliae Tabule Geographicae", Mercator, Gerard

This title page is from the Galliae (France) volume of Gerard Mercator's Atlas. The beautifully designed sheet is in the Mannerist style, composed of elaborate scrolls and volutes which are characteristic of this style, as well as decorative fruits, flowers, birds, and masks. At the top of the rectangular centerpiece is the portrait of a king, possibly representing Charlemagne, who was King of the Franks and Emperor of the Romans.

References: Shirley (TP) #17; Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #1:01.

Condition: B

Issued on paper with a coat of arms watermark. There is toning and scattered foxing. Remnants of hinge tape on verso.