1592 Ortelius Map of Central Africa -- Presbiteri
Title: 1592 Ortelius Map of Central Africa -- Presbiteri Iohannis, sive Abissinorum Imperii Descriptio
Date: 1592 c., Antwerp
Cartographer: A Ortelius
Size: 14.8 X 17.3 in.
Additional Information: This is an outstanding map of most of central Africa. It shows the the central African kingdom of the mythical Christian king, Prester John, who, provided a stronghold against Barbarians and was an ally to the Crusaders. Ortelius created this map in part based on Gastaldi's 1564 map of Africa. The mythical twin lakes of Zaire and Zaflan are shown as the origin of the Nile, with the Mountains of the Moon located as the source of the lakes. Plenty of settlements are shown as well as two pair of large elephants and sea monsters and an Arabic ship in lower left. Two large strapwork cartouches decorate, one enclosing the title and the other with text of the legend. The dedication is to King David. Latin text on verso.
Reserve: $700.00
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Condition Report: Good. Nice strike. On laid paper. Watermark. Broad margins. Two places with wormholes in map. Several virtually unnoticeable splits in map restored on verso. Slight toning, mostly at edges. Issued centerfold. Original hand color.
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Title: 1592 Ortelius Map of Central Africa -- Presbiteri Iohannis, sive Abissinorum Imperii Descriptio
Date: 1592 c., Antwerp
Cartographer: A Ortelius
Size: 14.8 X 17.3 in.
Additional Information: This is an outstanding map of most of central Africa. It shows the the central African kingdom of the mythical Christian king, Prester John, who, provided a stronghold against Barbarians and was an ally to the Crusaders. Ortelius created this map in part based on Gastaldi's 1564 map of Africa. The mythical twin lakes of Zaire and Zaflan are shown as the origin of the Nile, with the Mountains of the Moon located as the source of the lakes. Plenty of settlements are shown as well as two pair of large elephants and sea monsters and an Arabic ship in lower left. Two large strapwork cartouches decorate, one enclosing the title and the other with text of the legend. The dedication is to King David. Latin text on verso.
Reserve: $700.00
Shipping:
Domestic: Flat-rate of $12.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.
International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Location: This item ships from Ohio
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition Report: Good. Nice strike. On laid paper. Watermark. Broad margins. Two places with wormholes in map. Several virtually unnoticeable splits in map restored on verso. Slight toning, mostly at edges. Issued centerfold. Original hand color.
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