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Gerard Valk / Peter Schenk:  Jobi Ludolfi Habessinia Seu Abassia Presbyteri Johannis Regio . . . MDCLXXXIII





Title: Jobi Ludolfi Habessinia Seu Abassia Presbyteri Johannis Regio . . . MDCLXXXIII

Map Maker: Gerard Valk /  Peter Schenk

Place / Date: Amsterdam / 1700 ca

Coloring: Hand Colored

Size: 21.5 x 17.5 inches

Condition: VG

Price: SOLD

Inventory ID: 23409


Description:

Rare map of the Upper Nile and Kingdom of Prester John, based upon Jobi Ludolfi map of 1683.

The map provides a detailed treatment of Ethiopia and the Eritrean coast ,originating from an Ethiopian manuscript. Embellished with depictions of wild animal and the royal coat of arms of Ethiopia showing a lion.  A fine example in old color, with double thick paper.  The map is rare on the market, especially in such extraordinary condition.


Condition Description: Old Color. Double thick papr.


Related Categories:
Maps East Africa
Maps of Egypt

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