Description: c 1598 EARLY DOUBLE HEMISPHERIC WORLD MAPScarce First State: Very Early and Historic M-14389: “ORBIS TERRAE COMPENDIOSA DESCRIPTIO” . Rumold Mercator. Venice: published by Giuseppe Rosaccio, 1598. Original copper-plate engraving. Reference: Shirley, Mapping of the World, #217. 1598 first edition (not the more common later 1713 version with additional “T.2.pag.284” above the Eastern HemisphereSheet Size: 244 x 330mm – 9.5 x 13 inches Map Image Size: 195 x 258mm – 7 5/8 x 10 1/8 inchesThis map is based on Rumold Mercator's map of 1587 with parallel latitudinals added. The projection of North America is similar to the Zaltieri/Lafreri maps of North America, with an exaggerated projection of NW Coast of America. Although California is depicted as a peninsula, there are no Great Lakes.The Northwest Passage is clearly shown and a very large Terra Australis extends along the bottom. Florida barely extends from the continent. This map predates the explorations of Le Maire & Schouten, which rounded Cape Horn proving open water south of Tierra del Fuego and the Straits of Magellan. A very fine 16th century double hemispheric map in excellent condition, with rich dark impression. This is an original antique map, not a reproduction. A remarkably fine example of this historic map, more than 420 years old - very clean and with a sharp impression. It comes with a certificate of authenticity.We have been full-time dealers in Illuminated Manuscripts, Maps, Prints and Antiquities since 1980.
Price: 1295 USD
Location: Akron, Ohio
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Date Range: 1500-1599
Format: Atlas Map
Printing Technique: Copper Plate Engraving
Year: 1598
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Cartographer/Publisher: Guiseppi Rosaccio
