La Framboisiere, Nicolas AbrahamBiblio.com
Ortelius, AbrahamBiblio.com
Latium. Ex Conatibus Geographicis Abrah. Ortelij Antverp. Ortelius Abraham – Rome & Latium · Copper Engraving · Theatrum Orbis Terrarum Antwerp · 1612
161230976Antwerp: Balthasar Moretus 1612. Other. In excellent condition. 356 by 453mm 14 by 17 inches. Original antique copper engraving from the 'Theatrum Orbis Terrarum' by Abraham Ortelius the world's first modern atlas published in Antwerp 1612. Depicting Rome & Latium this map is a fine example of 1610s European cartography. Image: 356 by 453mm 14 by 17 inches. An attractive and historically significant 17th-century map for the discerning collector. Abraham Ortelius 15271598 was a Flemish cartographer and geographer born in Antwerp. He is widely regarded as the creator of the first modern atlas the 'Theatrum Orbis Terrarum' Theatre of the World first published in 1570 by Gilles Coppens de Diest in Antwerp. Considered the world's first true atlas it established the modern format of uniform standardized maps bound together in a single volume. Appointed Geographer to King Philip II of Spain in 1575 Ortelius was one of the most influential figures in the history of cartography. His maps are held in the collections of the British Library the Library of Congress and major European institutions. The 'Theatrum' went through more than 30 editions and was translated into multiple languages making Ortelius's maps among the most sought-after in the world of antique cartography.The map is ornated with three cartouches in the upper left corner the title cartouche on the upper right side we find an oval text cartouche and in the lower left corner an inset. The privilegium is written on the lower right side. Villages and towns are shown as miniature views. Moreover the map is ornated with a ship.A fine example from Theatrum Orbis Terrarum Antwerp sought after by collectors of antique maps of Italy antique maps of Rome and antique copper engravings for sale. In good condition consistent with age. Light age-toning to the sheet as expected for a 17th-century engraving. Centerfold as published. Koe. Ort. 46; Broe: 209 state 2/2; Balthasar Moretus unknown
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