Lot 08506

Hogenberg F., “Chios Maris Aegaei eiusdem nominis Insulae Civitas”, 1588. Dim. 46x34cm. Probably the first realistic depiction of Chios town from the “Civitates Orbis Terrarum…”. Engraving depicting in a birds-eye view the town, port and surrounding landscape. The town is represented as divided into the strongly fortified Byzantine castle and the town itself. Decorative title cartouche. Handcoloured. Strong impression in extremely fine condition. Zacharakis 1638a.