Subject: Egypt
Period: 1661 (circa)
Publication: Introductionis in Universam Geographicam
Color: Hand Color
Size:
8.3 x 6.3 inches
21.1 x 16 cm
This charming small map is oriented with north on the right. It presents a detailed picture of the region between the fertile Nile River valley and the Red Sea. The map is adorned with a strapwork title cartouche with a credit to Pierre du Val.
References: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.CLUV-6a #44.
Condition: A
A sharp impression on watermarked paper with gilt highlights in the cartouche.