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Africae Propriae Tabula, In qua, Punica regna uides, Tyrios, et Agenoris urbem.
| Article ID | AF0650 |
Title | Africae Propriae Tabula, In qua, Punica regna uides, Tyrios, et Agenoris urbem. |
Map shows the northern coast of Africa between present-day Algeria (Mauritaniae Caesariensis) and Libya (Libyae Interioris pars). The Carthaginian Empire (today's Tunisia and Libya) is at the centre of the map. The islands of Sicily and Malta are also depicted. This map is based on Gastaldi's famous eight-sheet map of Africa. At the top right is a title cartouche below which is a text dedicating the map to the honourable and illustrious Lord Christophorus of Assonleville. Lord Christophorus was the ruler of Altevilla as well as a knight, diplomat and advisor to King Philip II. This is one of two Ortelius maps dedicated to him. Also below is a partial map of Carthage and an index surrounded by a magnificent scrollwork cartouche. Reverse in Latin, page III. | |
| Year | ca. 1601 |
Artist | Ortelius |
| Place of Publication | Antwerp |
| Dimensions (cm) | 33,5 x 48,5 cm |
| Condition | Some restoration at centerfold |
| Coloring | colored |
| Technique | Copper print |
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75.00 €
( A reproduction can be ordered individually on request. )