Title: Jobi Ludolfi Habessinia Seu Abassia Presbyteri Johannis Regio . . . MDCLXXXIII
Map Maker:
Gerard Valk /
Peter Schenk
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Place / Date: Amsterdam / 1700 ca
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Coloring: Hand Colored
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Size: 21.5 x 17.5 inches
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Condition: VG
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Price:
SOLD
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Inventory ID: 23409
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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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