Lot 08406

DAPPER Olfert, “Insularum Archipelagi seu MARIS AEGAEI”, c.1700. Map of the North Aegean, including from Mont Athos and the shores of Thrace and Propontis to the North to Euboea, Skyros & Chios to the South.

Impressive title cartouche presenting historical & mythical figures from the ancient Greek history: A man, most probably Aeneas carrying his father, the philosopher Diogenis and three man figures/philosophers  holding and writing books, while on the background a woman figure is escaping from a scene in flames (possibly Troy).

Strong and fine impression, light stain on upper margin, one marginal small hole.

Overall a fine copy.

Zacharakis 1295.