Regionis Biturigum Exactiss. Descriptio / Limaniae Topographia

Cartographer / Artist: Jean Chaumeau & Gabriele Simeoni (published by Abraham Ortelius)

Date Created: c. 1573

Medium: Map

Physical Dimensions: 23.6 x 16.0 inches

Geographic Scope: Berry and Limagne, France

Archive Catalog ID: 1012

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Europe

Issued in Abraham Ortelius's landmark *Theatrum Orbis Terrarum*, this dual-map sheet presents detailed contemporary cartography of the historic French provinces of Berry and Limagne by Jean Chaumeau and Gabriele Simeoni.

Condition: Light marginal age. toning and faint smudging near edges.. Small handwritten pencil inventory number ('1012') in lower left margin.. Crisp, dark copperplate impression on sturdy laid paper with full margins.. Verso: Age. Verso: toned laid paper with faint foxing.. Verso: Moderate moisture staining and discoloration along the left border and center fold.. Verso: Center fold intact with minor wear along the crease.. Verso: Full margins intact with clear, bold typography.

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Regionis Biturigum Exactiss. Descriptio / Limaniae Topographia

By Jean Chaumeau & Gabriele Simeoni (published by Abraham Ortelius)

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1573 Map by Jean Chaumeau & Gabriele Simeoni (published by Abraham Ortelius) documenting Berry and Limagne, France. Measures 23.6 x 16.0 inches. Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

Acquisition Status$200
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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Map
Sheet / Plate Size
23.6 x 16.0 inches
Date / Era
c. 1573
Geographic Scope
Berry and Limagne, France
Archive Catalog ID
1012
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Light marginal age
  • toning and faint smudging near edges.
  • Small handwritten pencil inventory number ('1012') in lower left margin.
  • Crisp, dark copperplate impression on sturdy laid paper with full margins.
  • Verso: Age
  • Verso: toned laid paper with faint foxing.
  • Verso: Moderate moisture staining and discoloration along the left border and center fold.
  • Verso: Center fold intact with minor wear along the crease.
  • Verso: Full margins intact with clear, bold typography.

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

Issued in Abraham Ortelius's landmark *Theatrum Orbis Terrarum*, this dual-map sheet presents detailed contemporary cartography of the historic French provinces of Berry and Limagne by Jean Chaumeau and Gabriele Simeoni.

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