Lot 497 , Abraham Ortelius Map of Americae Sive Nova Descriptio on an oval projection,1587 or later, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum Latin edition 14.5

Abraham Ortelius
coloured engraving
Map of 'Americae Sive Nova Descriptio' on an oval projection,1587 or later, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum Latin edition
14.5 x 19.75in.
Estimate £800-1,200

This is an original map in good clean condition, very slight discolouration of the ground paper, colouring looks to be later, mounted approx. 0.5 inch beyond the plate mark, plain brown card mount and slim gilt frame, not laid down, cut away at the back to reveal Latin text.


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Sold for £1,600