1592 – S. Munster – Europa
Title: “Europa / das ein Drittheil der Erden / nach Gelegenheit unserer zeit beschrieben”
Description:
Decorative Munster’s final map of Europe, from a German edition of Munster’s Cosmographia, one of the most influential geographical works of the 16th Century. Woodblock map shows all of Europe including Iceland and a bit of Greenland. The mythical islands of Brazil and Dmar are included in the Atlantic. Mountains, lakes, rivers, forests, and major cities are depicted. Several sea monsters and ships fill the seas.
Cartographer: Sebastian Munster (1488 – 1552)
Sheet size: 44,9 x 37,1 cm
Year: 1592
Technique: woodblock
Condition:
Very good condition! Middle fold as issued.
This is an original antique map published in 1592 and NOT a modern copy or reprint
On your request I will provide a Certificate of Authenticity