Subject: France
Period: 1601 (circa)
Publication: Epitome Theatri Obis Terrarum
Color: Hand Color
Size:
4.6 x 3.3 inches
11.7 x 8.4 cm
Attractive miniature map of northwestern France with Nancy at the center. The map is oriented with east at the top, and it is adorned with a strapwork title cartouche. The map was engraved by the brothers Ambrose and Ferdinand Arsenius who had been assistants to Frans Hogenburg and co-engravers of Ortelius' folio Theatrum. This series of maps was accompanied by text by Michel Coignet and was published by Jan B. Vrients. Italian text on verso.
References: King (2nd ed.) p. 86-87.
Condition: A
Lovely impression and color. Some marginal toning and soil.
