An uncommon map of Sicily
Sicilia.
Cologne: Johann Bussemacher, 1600, German text edition. 210 x 305mm.
£600.00
Description
An early map of Sicily with ornate cartouches for the title and scale, the Sicilian coat of arms and an inset portrait of Philip II of Spain (1527-1598), who was also King of Sicily.
The map was engraved by Johann Bussemacher for Quad's 'Geographisch Handtbuch'. A Latin-text version, 'Fasciculus Geographicus', was published in 1608. A fine dark impression.
Condition:
Small hole with old patch.Related products
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