Ortelius Map of Africa, 1570
[Africa] ORTELIUS, Abraham (1527-1598).
Africae Tabula Nova.
Engraved map with original hand color in full.
Antwerp, c. 1570.
16 5/8" x 21 1/8" sheet.
Comparable: Old World Auctions, 2006 - $3,080.
This striking continental map was designed by Ortelius, using elements of contemporary maps by Gastaldi, Mercator, and Forlani. It is considered a cornerstone map for African collections.
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[Africa] ORTELIUS, Abraham (1527-1598).
Africae Tabula Nova.
Engraved map with original hand color in full.
Antwerp, c. 1570.
16 5/8" x 21 1/8" sheet.
Comparable: Old World Auctions, 2006 - $3,080.
This striking continental map was designed by Ortelius, using elements of contemporary maps by Gastaldi, Mercator, and Forlani. It is considered a cornerstone map for African collections.