Title: The map was engraved and hand colored to display the geo-political divisions of the region in the 1st century AD. Numerous cities towns and place names are labeled throughout. Some worth noting include Memphis Alexandria Jerusalem Babel Tripoli Constantinople Athens and Rome. Sailing ships and a compass rose embellish the seas. 19 x 12 inch
Description: Nicolaes Visscher, Amsterdam 1642
Caption: The Holy Land, with the many mountains, hills, rivers, towns and cities depicted. Original hand coloured, copperplate engraving. 19 x 12 inch