1671 – J. Ogilby – Nova Virginiae Tabula

Title:                 “Terrae Mariae Nova et Virginiae Tabula​”​
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Description: 
Decorative antique map of the ‘Chesapeack Bay” area of today’s N. Virginia, E. Maryland, and Delaware, United States of America. Cartouche depicting a Brazilian Indian with a llama, goat, and unicorn. Map is oriented due West vs. today’s North convention.

The map comes from John Ogilby book ”America: Being The Latest, And Most accurate Description Of The New World….” published in London, 1671.

Cartographer:       John Ogilby (1600-1676)
Leaf size:                  44,8 x 40,9 cm
Year:                          1671
Technique:              copper engraving

Condition:
Very good, original condition. Middle fold as issued.

This is a genuine antique map published in 1671 and NOT a modern copy or reprint

On your request I will provide a Certificate of Authenticity