This is a framed, antique copper engraving of the County of Flanders, known as "Flandria", created by the famous cartographer Abraham Ortelius between 1570 and 1584. Features: The map is known for its unique egg-shaped (oval) border, decorated with sailing ships, sea monsters, and a compass rose. Historical value: Ortelius' Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, of which this map is a part, is considered the first modern world atlas. Origin: The map is based on an earlier map of Flanders by Gerardus Mercator from 1540.
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ConditionVery goodColorsMulti ColorMaterialPaperNumber of items1Height46 cmWidth65 cmDepth1 cm