Subject: Central Italy
Period: 1704 (published)
Publication: De Aaloudheden van Rome
Color: Hand Color
Size:
17.6 x 13.4 inches
44.7 x 34 cm
This attractive copper engraved map of Central Italy is centered on Rome, and covers the area from Tarquinia south to Naples and Salerno. The map displays cities and towns, lakes, rivers, and mountains in profile. A large allegorical title cartouche featuring Minerva and a river god also incorporates distance scales and a small legend.
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Condition: A
A crisp impression on a bright sheet with light toning and a few small tears along the edges of the sheet.