Title of the map :

"GALLAECIA REGNUM, descripta a F. de Fer, Ojea Ord Proed et postmodum multis in locis emendata et aucta"

Large, unusual and nice antique copper engraved map of Galicia in the northwest Spain, by Willem BLAEU (1571-1638), 17th century. 

The decorative cartouche in the lower left corner features the title "Gallaecia Regnvm" and is accompanied by a figure of Neptune or a similar sea deity, symbolizing the maritime significance of the region. In the upper left corner, a coat of arms is depicted, flanked by two cherubs, adding a heraldic element that emphasizes the region's identity. The inclusion of compass roses and ships on the ocean signifies the map’s utility for navigation and reflects the era's exploration spirit.

The map, centered on St Jacques de Compostelle, depicts the northwestern coast of Spain, extending from the Asturias de Oviedo region and Aviles in the northeast to Bayona and the Portugese border on the south.

Size with margins : 57 x 49 cm / 22,4 x 19,2 inches

Edition : Amsterdam, from Atlas Novus, 1640, 17th century, Latin edition.

Condition : very good condition, old colors.

Blaeu family was the most important cartographer and geographer in 17th century. Willem Blaeu was the founder of the Blaeu cartography dynasty, the finest mapmakers of the Golden age of Dutch cartography. 

He studied astronomy with Tycho Brahe at Uranienborg, and moved to Amsterdam to establish a shop in 1605, close his contemporaries and rivals Johannes Janssonius and Jacob Colom. He produced globes at first. Then, the sons of Willem, Johan and Cornelius, joined him in the firm. They produced their first atlas together in 1630 the "Atlas Appendix". Five years later, their produced their "Atlas Novus", edited in 4 languages. After the death of Willem, Joan expanded the Atlas Novus into the Atlas Major, the largest atlas of its time. This edition had between nine and twelve volumes, beautifully engraved and coloured. In 1648, they produced a very large wall world map in 20 parts. And they continued to produce globes too.

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Due to the age an type of paper, some imperfections are to be expected. Please examine the images provided carefully, and if you have any questions please ask and we will be happy to help you.