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Map Showing Atlantis and Thule
"Descriptio Orbis", Anon.
Subject: Ancient World
Period: 1700 (circa)
Publication:
Color: Black & White
Size:
5.1 x 3.1 inches
13 x 7.9 cm
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This small map of the ancient world was likely published in a history book, possibly in Italy around 1700. It shows Europe, northern Africa, and western Asia in rudimentary forms and includes a number of ancient place names. There are exaggerated mountain ranges in Asia and Africa. Interestingly, this map shows two islands west of Europe: Atlantis and Thule.
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Condition: B+
Scattered foxing.
Estimate: $200 - $230
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