by Abraham Ortelius 1570 from the Atlas Theatrum Orbis Terrarum
The famous Carta Marina map. Not only featuring wonderful sea monsters but also humungous whales poised to attack old sailing ships.
19.5" x 17" or 24.5" x 17" (50 x 43 or 62 x 43 cms)
Carta Marina - 1570 Map from £29.95
Detail from this wonderful edition
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