The most decorative map of Malta, celebrating the Knights

CORONELLI, Vincenzo Maria.

Isola di Malta, olim Melita...
Venice, c.1689. Coloured. 460 x 615mm.

As normal showing the ink mark of the copper plate crack at the top left, A very fine example printed on heavy paper.

Large, decorative map of Malta and Gozo, engraved in 1689 in Coronelli's unique style and published in his 'Isolario'. Surrounding the islands are 62 engraved armorials, including the Knights of Malta. On the reverse is a small plan of Valetta set in text.


Stock ID : 17578