Munster: Antique Ptolemaic Map of British Isles, 1570
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Description
An unusual outline of the British Isles with Scotland jutting out to the west, influenced by Ptolemy.
Munster's Cosmographia (1544) by Sebastian Munster (1488-1552) was the first description of the world written in German. He wrote it for the rivival of geogrpahy in 16th century Europe. It was so successful it went through 24 editions in 100 years and was translated into many other languages such as Latin, French, Italian, English, and Czech.
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Condition
VG+. Woodblock map with letter press. In very good condition, mild overall toning.
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Munster: Antique Ptolemaic Map of British Isles, 1570
Estimate $450 - $500
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