Andalucia, Sevilla, Cordoba, Malaga, Cadiz... J. Blaeu, 1661, Andaluzia continens Sevillam et Cordubam
€209.00
Item number:
25 21 DG
Large map of Andalucia in southern Spain, showing the area between the Portuguese border to Granada. Published by J. Blaeu, Amsterdam, 1661 (the first edition of this map dates from around 1630 by Hondius).
A highly decorative map centered on Seville and Cordoba. The map is adorned with ships, compass roses, and an ornate cartouche showing the Pillars of Hercules (representing Gibraltar and Ceuta as entrance point to the Atlantic Ocean from the Mediterranean Sea). The map is very detailed and includes many place names, towns, and smaller settlements. The map provides many details, such as the names of cities and towns, castles and monasteries, rivers, lakes, forests, and mountains.
Very good condition
Image 38,5x50,5cm, sheet 54x64cm