1761 – P. Mela – Africa

Title:                      “Viro Optimo Maximoque, Minorum Gentium Patricio, Philippo Sydenham Africa.”
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Description:
A rare and unusual copper engraved map of Africa. The map is dedicated to Philippo Sydenham.

Comes from Pomponius Mela book “Pomponii Melae de Situ Orbis Libri Tres…” published by Joannis Reinoldii in Eton, 1761.

Cartographer/Publisher:       Pomponius Mela
Sheet size:                                      32,3,1 x 24,3 cm
Year:                                                1761
Technique:                                  copper engraving

Condition:

Good, original condition. Folds as originally comes from the book.

This is an original antique map published in 1761 and not a modern copy or reprint

On your request I will provide a Certificate of Authenticity