10 Abraham Ortelius (1527–1598) – Map of the Bishoprics of Münster and Osnabrück – Copperplate Engraving (1579)
This highly detailed double-page copperplate engraving presents a comprehensive "MONASTERIENSIS ET OSNABRUGENSIS EPISCOPATUS DESCRIPTIO" (Description of the Bishoprics of Münster and Osnabrück). The map intricately delineates the geographical features of these important ecclesiastical territories in present-day Germany, including their complex river systems, numerous towns, forests, and political boundaries. The precision in rendering reflects the sophisticated cartographic techniques of the late 16th century. A decorative cartouche prominently features the map's title and identifies Abraham Ortelius as its author/publisher. This map is a significant product from one of the most influential atlases ever created.
Abraham Ortelius was a pivotal figure in the history of cartography, renowned as a Flemish cartographer and geographer. He is widely recognized as the creator of the Theatrum Orbis Terrarum (Theatre of the World), first published in 1570, which is considered the first true modern atlas. Ortelius meticulously compiled and published maps from various sources and cartographers, setting new standards for accuracy, detail, and presentation. His atlases profoundly influenced subsequent mapmaking for centuries and significantly contributed to the dissemination of geographical knowledge across Europe.
Artist or Maker: Abraham Ortelius
Dimensions: Approximately 38 cm x 55 cm
Medium: Copperplate Engraving
Date: 1579
Condition Report:
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