Description: Abraham Ortelius, 1579 Antwerp
Caption: Gorgeous example of Ortelius’ map of the travels of St. Paul the Apostle through the Mediterranean, extending west to Italy and east to the Euphrates, including parts of the Red Sea and the Black Sea. Two ornate scenes from the St. Paul’s travels are illustrated and colored with unusual detail. Several sailing ships and sea monsters in the Mediterranean. At the bottom, a quote from Corinthians. From: Theatrum Orbis Terrarum. Antwerp, Chr. Plantin, 1579. (Van der Krogt 3, 31:021A (First printing of two)) First Plantin edition. 20 x 16 inch