Maps, Germany, Rhine, Rheni Palatinatus, Rheinpfalz, Speyer, Joan Bussemacher, Matthias Quad

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"Florentissimus Rheni Palatinatus"

Maps, Germany, Rheni Palatinatus, Rheinpfalz, Speyer, Joan Bussemacher, Matthias Quad

Copper engraving published by Joan Bussemacher for Matthias Quad ca 1600 in Cologne.
This map is south oriented meaning "south" is at the top of the map.

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In the lower left is the mileage chart dated 1592. In the center of the map is Speyer.
The Rhine flows vertically through the center of the map. In the lower part is the Main River.

On the reverse side is historical German text about the region shown on the map.
A decorative cartouche adorns the upper right corner and a portrait on the upper left corner.

Pleasant hand coloring. Map image is in good condition. Vertical centerfold.

The margins have light browning and normal signs of age and use.
Some text from the reverse side is visible in the margins.

Map image: 19.6 x 28.2 cm (7.4 x 11.1")