SANSON N., HALMA F., "Romani Imperii Occidentalis et Orientalis Decriptio Geographica..." from "Beschryving van oud en nieuw Rome" c.1700. Impressive hand-coloured copper plate map of the Roman Empire, cantered in Mediterranean Sea and extending from Great Britain to the Persian Gulf. Two impressive title cartouches on upper corners “Wreathed Roman emperor holding winged Nike in front of Roman army surrounded by Roman gold coins”. Folded as issued. Except a small light waterstain in lower edge, the map has an overall Excellent impression. Map dim. 86x38cm.