Abrahamo Ortelio Antverpiano auctore. Relief shown pictorially. Latitudinal and longitudinal lines [inset map only]. Coordinates approximate and based on Greenwich meridian. 3 bar scales on map given in "Leucae", "Mille passus", and "Mill. ger." Shows topography, drainage, places of historical interest. "Privilegio Imperiali, Regio, et Belgico decennali, 1586." 22 pictorial vignettes surrounding map: [Depictions of Abraham's life and travels]. Includes a decorative cartouche with a dedication to "Johannes Moflinio". Descriptive text at top and bottom margins: Abraham egredere der terra tua... Inset map: Arabia. Appears in Ortelius's Theatrum orbis terrarum. 1595.
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