The first issue of Quad's map of central Africa, engraved by Johann Bussemacher after Ortelius for Quad's 'Fasciculus Geographicus Complectens', A text box gives the story of the mythical Christian king, Prester John.
Additional information
Dimensions | 290 × 210 mm |
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Cartographer | |
Date | 1600 |
Extra Info | Abyssinorum sive Magni Regis Davidis, Quem vulgo Presbyterum Joannem vocant, Imperium. |
Publication | Cologne: Johann Bussemacher, 1600, German text edition. 210 x 290mm. |
Condition | A good example. |
References | LAOR: 630. |