6624 Abraham Ortelius (1527–1598) after Paolo Giovio (1483–1552) – Maps of Lake Como, Adige Valley, and Northern Italy – Engraved Map (1570)
This detailed engraved map, split into four sections, features key geographical areas of Northern Italy and the Alps. The upper left map is titled "PARS LACUS CUESO SIVE COMO DUCATUS DESCRIPTIO." while the upper right section depicts the Adige Valley ("Vallis Adici"). The lower sections present additional mountainous or hilly terrain with towns and rivers. This map, based on the work of Paolo Giovio, appeared in Abraham Ortelius's groundbreaking "Theatrum Orbis Terrarum" (Theatre of the World), first published in 1570. It provides an intricate representation of the region’s topography and settlements, showcasing 16th-century cartographic precision.
Abraham Ortelius (1527–1598) was a Flemish cartographer and geographer, celebrated for compiling and publishing the "Theatrum Orbis Terrarum," widely regarded as the first true modern atlas. Paolo Giovio (1483–1552) was a notable Italian physician, historian, and biographer, whose geographical descriptions of Italy and other regions provided valuable source material for cartographers like Ortelius.
Artist or Maker: Abraham Ortelius after Paolo Giovio
Dimensions: Approximately 35 cm x 48 cm
Medium: Engraved Map
Date: 1570
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
| Värdering | 400 - 600 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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