This handsome map is based on Ortelius' previous two-sheet map of Ancient Egypt with the cartographic sources of Diodor, Herodotos, Strabo and Plinius. The map is oriented with north to the right and provides an excellent view of the Nile River valley. An inset of Alexandria and its surroundings is depicted at top. The map is adorned with a large strapwork title cartouche and ships sailing in the Red Sea. Latin text on verso, published in 1624.

References: Van den Broecke #221.

Condition: A

A dark impression on a bright sheet with the horn coat of arms watermark commonly found on Ortelius maps. There is light printer's ink residue and a couple of minor tears in the bottom blank margin.