Description: Map of Georgia, Armenia, Azerbeidzjan / Verso: Map of Cyprus, Holy Land, Syria, Arabia, Middle East. 12 Information: This early map engraving with original hand-coloring is from Claudius Ptolemaeus (Ptolemy) and Giovanni Antonio Magini's Geografia cioè descrittione universale della Terra partita in due volumi. The work was published in Padua by Paolo Francesco Galignani between 1620 and 1621. This is considered the second edition of the Italian translation of Magini's Ptolemy This work is considered a later published ediiton of Ptolemy (Ptolemaeus)’s Geographia. The work was considered one of the most influential cartographic accounts of the ancient world and served as inspiration for all Renaissance mapmakers. He compiled what was known of the world's geography in the Roman Empire during his time (circa 90-168 AD). Ptolemy was a mathematician, astronomer, geographer, astrologer, and poet. The earliest known manuscripts of Geographia date to 1300 and was first printed in 1477. Guarantee: This listing is an original antique and not a modern reproduction. I guarantee this listing to be authentic. Due to its age, some imperfections can be expected. Please view the detailed photo(s) carefully. General Information: Invoices will be sent through eBay's checkout system within 24 hours of the listing ending. Shipping is via USPS, FedEx, or UPS. All shipments are insured. If other arrangements need to be made, please contact me. Map Maker: Claudius Ptolemaeus (Ptolemy) & Giovanni Antonio Magini Work: Geografia cioè descrittione universale della Terra partita in due volumi Date: 1620-1621 Print Style: Engraving Paper Size: ~ 8" by 12"Image Size: ~ 7" by 5 1/4" Paper Type: Chainlinked, Laid Special Features: Originally Hand-colored Engraving Original Descriptive Text: Provided when Available Condition: The work is in very good to excellent condition. There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. To view all our listings, please follow this link or the links below: Trillium Rare Prints
Price: 275 USD
Location: Franklin, Tennessee
End Time: 2024-02-02T14:55:48.000Z
Shipping Cost: 10.85 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Map View: Country
Cartographer/Publisher: Claudius Ptolemaeus (Ptolemy) & Giova Magininni M
Printing Technique: Engraving
Date Range: 1620-1621
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Type: Country Map
Year: 1620-1621
