Orbis Terrarum Tabula - Antiquariaat Plantijn

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Orbis Terrarum Tabula

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Object ID: 2059
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Attractive double hemisphere map of the world engraved by D. Stoopendaal and published by Hendrik and Jacob Keur. The map was published in a Dutch bible. The four classic scenes in each corner are based on the Visscher world map as published in 1658 and depict the abduction of Persephone, Zeus in an eagle-drawn chariot, Poseidon commanding his entourage and Demete receiving the fruits of the Earth. California is shown as an island. Washed and professionally coloured. Verso Dutch text.

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Length:

360 mm

Width:

460 mm

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