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Auction 147, Lot 381
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"Europam, sive Celticam Veterem...", Ortelius, Abraham

Subject: Europe

Period: 1595 (dated)

Publication: Theatrum Orbis Terrarum

Color: Hand Color

Size:
18.6 x 13.9 inches
47.2 x 35.3 cm
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Beautiful map of ancient Europe that was based on classical sources such as Salustius, Plinius, Herodotus, Strabo and Dionysius. The land is fully engraved with forests, mountains and rivers, and there are numerous ancient place and region names. Richly embellished with three cartouches, ships and a sea monster. This example was published in 1595, the first year this map appeared in the Theatrum. Latin text on verso.

References: Van den Broecke #189.

Condition: B+

Attractive color, remargined at bottom with a portion of border expertly replaced in facsimile.

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,200

Sold for: $600

Closed on 11/20/2013

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