1493 – H. Schedel – Nicea Urbs Iznik

Titles:           “Nicea Urbs” & “Ordo Cartusiensum”

Description:

The imaginary view of Iznik (former Nicea), Turkey by Hartmann Schedel from the Latin edition of the “Liber chronicarum” published in 1493. On verso, it shows the first house of the Order of the Carthusians, founded by St Bruno, he and his brothers supported themselves as manuscript copyists. Page number XCIIII.

The Nuremberg Chronicles was the first printed history of the known world with about 2000 woodcuts the most picturesque work of the early time of printing. It became one of the most popular books of the 15th. century. The woodblock cutters were Michael Wolgemut, teacher of Albrecht Dürer and his stepson Wilhelm Pleydenwurff. The printing was carried out under the supervision of the great scholar-printer Anton Koberger.

Cartographer:      Hartmann Schedel (1440 – 1514)
Sheet size:               31,4 x 44,2 cm
Year:                         1493
Technique:            wood block

Condition:
In very good condition, strong press.

This is an original antique map published in 1493 and NOT a modern copy or reprint

On your request I will provide a Certificate of Authenticity