Colored First issued in Coronelli's atlas, Atlante Veneto. Double-sheet map includes a cartouche
surrounded by various animals such as, an ostrich, crocodile, leopard, lion, camel, and an
elephant. On the mainland a large piece of drapery with information about the Nile is
encircled by two angels and Father Nile. Dedicated to Eccelenza del signor Gran Contestabile
Colonna; Prime meridian through Ferro Island. Dr. Oscar I. Norwich
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