Classic 16th century map of Italy
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A fine map of Italy after Giacomo Gastaldi, filled with decorative detail, including a large vignette of a merman and mermaid and a sphinx on the scale cartouche.
This example is printed from te second of two plates, with the mer-couple in a far less intimate embrace.
Additional information
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Date | 1598 |
Extra Info | Italiae Novissima Descriptio Auctore Jacobo Castaldo Pedemontano. |
Publication | Antwerp, 1598, French text edition. Coloured, 360 x 510mm. |
Condition | A good example. |
References | Van Den Broecke: 118 |