Sicily Sicilia Italy Italia c.1630 Mercator scarce lovely miniature color map

Sicily-Siciliae- Sicilia- Italy- Italia.

Unknown source, could be issued c. 1620-60? Amsterdam(?) by Mercator(?) (Mercator minor atlas?).

Likely mid-17th century engraved map with lovely hand color.

Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.

Sheet Measures c.7 3/8" H x 9 1/8" W.

Engraved Area Measures c. 5 5/8" H x 7 3/4" W.

Cartographic Reference(s):

Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 3.

B15819