Ancient Europe Galliae Thrace Samatia Germania 1694 decorative hand color map Russia in Asia first leaf torn across top

first leaf torn across top (to remove owners name)

6 3/4 " H x 9 1/8 " W

Swiss Letters and Alpine Poems

Norddeutscher Lloyd Bremen

Ancient Europe Galliae Thrace Samatia Germania 1694 decorative hand color map Russia in Asia first leaf torn across topSumma Europea antiquae descriptio. Issued 1694, Wolfenb, Germany for Cluverius. Likely engraved by H. Mosting. Late 17th century engraved map with attractive hand color. Decorative cartouche greatly enhances visual appeal. Remains a nice looking example with a pleasing age patina. Bottom left blank margin corner trimmed narrow as issued to facilitate folding. Any age flaws mostly minor and easy to overlook or forgive. Original fold lines as issued.