16th century plan of Rome

BRAUN, Georg & HOGENBERG, Frans.

Roma.
Cologne, 1572-, Latin text edition. Old colour. 335 x 490mm.

Early 'map-view' of Rome, published in the 'Civitates Orbis Terrarum', with the major buildings shown in profile, with little consideration for perspective. Under the map is an extensive key and two figures in contemporary dress.

KOEMAN: B&H 1.
Stock ID : 19554