Copper Engraved Map Old World Mediterranean Sea - Trojan Map titled “Aeneae Troiani Navigatio Ad Virgilij Sex priores Aeneidos”. Hand Colored.

Originally published by Abraham Ortelius in 1594, we believe this map was published by Jan Janssonius, Amsterdam in mid-1600’s.

Measures 21 7/8” x 17 ¾”

Map itself in in fine condition, light toning. There is age wear marks and toning to back and margins including light foxing. Bottom margin has ragged edges. Normal center fold. Condition was taken into consideration when pricing.

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This historical map of the Eastern Mediterranean illustrates the journey of Aeneas, a legendary hero in both Greek and Roman mythology. Aeneas was a defender of Troy who led the survivors of the Trojan War to Italy, wandering the seas for seven years and enduring many adventures and hardships. According to Roman versions of the myth, Aeneas and his followers founded Rome, and he became its first great hero and legendary father. The map is illustrated with sailing ships, including a scene of the fleet caught in a fierce storm. At upper right is a large inset map centered on Greece, titled Ulyssis Errores that illustrates the Wanderings of Odysseus.