Size in cm: The overall size is ca. 56.5 x 46 cm. The image size is ca. 50 x 37.5 cm. Size in inch: The overall size is ca. 22.2 x 18.1 inch. The image size is ca. 19.7 x 14.8 inch.
Title: 'Loudunois. Laudunum' and 'Mirebalais'. () These maps shows the cities of Loudun, Moncontour, Champigny, Saumur, Chastelherault, Mirebeau and others. This old antique engraved map originates from a rare 2 volume Hondius / Janssonius Atlas: 'Atlas, das ist, Abbildung der Gantzen Welt ....', published in 1636 in Amsterdam containing maps by Gerard Mercator, Jodocus and Hendricus Hondius and Johannes Janssonius. (ref: Koeman 1:322). This Atlas contains maps by Mercator, Hondius and early Janssonius edition maps. We carry most maps from the 2nd volume: France, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Mid-East, Asia and America. Review our ebay store, website or inquire for any specific maps not listed.Artists and Engravers: The carthographers / publishers associated with this Atlas are: Gerard Mercator (or Rupelmundanus, Gerard de Kremer, Cremer) (1512-1594), Jodocus Hondius (1563-1612), Henricus Hondius (1597-1651) and Johannes Janssonius (1588-1664). One can find many references in online literature to these famous icons of cartography. Don Andreae d'Almada is mentioned on this map as the cartographer.
Condition: Fine. general age related toning. some light staining in margins. original middle fold. Small rust stain at right middle. Nice map in fine condition! At your request we can have this map coloured by professional antique map / print colourer (cost inquire).
Keywords: ANTIQUE MAP-FRANCE-LOUDONOIS-MIREBEAU-HONDIUS
(PCO) B15-29
