Abraham Ortelius

LJ 2338

Pacific Ocean

"Maris Pacifici, (quod vulgo Mar del Zur) cum regionibus circumiacentibus ..."

Orig. coloured copper engraving from 'Theatrum Orbis Terrarum' by Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598), published by Vrient, Antwerp 1612, 34 x 49 cm.

Walter 11G, van den Broecke 12.

€ 10.200,-

First atlas map which focuses the Pacific Ocean, surrounded by the Americas, Japan, Southeast Asia, New Guinea and ‘Terra Australis’ in the south. Two decorative cartouches and a fine depiction of Magellan’s flagship the ‘Victoria’ illustrate the map.

A very attractive example with wide margins, exquisite original old colours and in a perfect condition. One of the most famous Atlas Maps ever produced.

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