Southern Italy Roman Provinces Ancient World 1697 Cluverius decorative map
Brian DiMambroCampaniae, Samnii Apulia, Licaniae, Brutorium.
(Old Maps, 17th Century Maps, Ancient World, Roman Empire, Europe, Italy, Southern Italy).
Issued 1697, Amsterdam for Cluverius.
Late 17th century engraved map with attractive hand color. Decorative cartouche with a winged god holding a harp greatly enhances visual appeal.
Remains a nice looking example with a pleasing age patina. A couple tiny worm holes backed with old paper, short edge tear at right closed with old paperAny age flaws mostly minor and easy to overlook or forgive.
Original fold lines as issues.
Sheet Measures c. 10 3/4" H x 9" W.
Engraved Area Measures c. 10 1/4" H x 8 1/2" W.
Cartographic Reference(s):
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 1.
[R32326].