Corsica Sardinia Italy Italia c.1605-20 Mercator minor rare hand color map English Colonies Joshua Gilpin

Joshua Gilpin

Book is physically old and shows some signs of handling and time but cover is remarkably clean and gilt is very bright

Attractive antiquarian 1/4 leather binding

Please review photos for more detail and our best attempt to convey how this early 20th century tourist brochure survives

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Corsica Sardinia Italy Italia c.1605-20 Mercator minor rare hand color map English Colonies Joshua GilpinThe Islands of Corsica and Sardinia Italy. (Old Maps, 18th Century Maps, Europe) Issued c. 1600 1620, Europe. After Mercator, this called Mercator Minor map. Scarce early 17th century engraved map, with lovely hand color. Strapwork titles cartouche. Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, text on reverse as issued, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive. Sheet Measures c. 7" x 10 7 8" . Engraved Area Measures c. 5 3 8" x 7". B15923