Adina Sommer
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Adina Sommer`s Rare Antique Maps and Contemporary Art
Von den Inseln Zeilan und Maldiva. / Maldivae Insulae
| Article ID | ASI1205 |
| Artist | Bertius (1565-1629) |
| Petrus Bertius (1565 –1629) was a Flemish theologian, historian, geographer and cartographer. Bertius published much in mathematics, and historical and theological works, but he is now well known as cartographer with his edition of the Geographia of Ptolemy (based on Mercator's edition from 1578), and for its atlas. | |
| Title | Von den Inseln Zeilan und Maldiva. / Maldivae Insulae |
| Year | ca. 1620 |
| Description | Map depicts the islands of the Maledives, partly Ceylon( now Sri Lanka) and the south part of India. With decorative ships and sea monsters in the foreground. |
| Place of Publication | Amsterdam |
| Dimensions (cm) | 9 x 12 |
| Condition | Perfect condition |
| Coloring | colored |
| Technique | Copper print |
Reproduction:
33.00 €
( A reproduction can be ordered individually on request. )