Regionis Biturigum Exactiss: Descriptio / Limaniae Topographia

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

Date Created: c. 1573–1603

Medium: Map

Physical Dimensions: 20.1 x 18.0 inches

Geographic Scope: Berry and Limagne, France

Archive Catalog ID: 4863

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Europe

Featuring two regional maps on a single sheet from Abraham Ortelius's landmark *Theatrum Orbis Terrarum*, this engraving depicts the historical French provinces of Berry and Limagne embellished with decorative Renaissance strapwork cartouches and heraldic crests.

Condition: Light age. toning and faint foxing visible in margins.. Penciled stock numbers ("4863") and handwritten annotations in lower margin ("Berry", "Limagne").. Central fold line intact with minor handling wear along board edges; colors remain bright and well. preserved.. Verso details. Moderate age. toning and light handling wear along the outer margins.. Center fold joined with a archival paper strip.. Penciled reference number in lower left field.. Text impression remains clear and crisp.

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Regionis Biturigum Exactiss: Descriptio / Limaniae Topographia

By Abraham Ortelius (after Jean Chaumeau & Gabriele Simeoni)

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1573–1603 Map by Abraham Ortelius (after Jean Chaumeau & Gabriele Simeoni) documenting Berry and Limagne, France. Measures 20.1 x 18.0 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
20.1 x 18.0 inches
Date / Era
c. 1573–1603
Geographic Scope
Berry and Limagne, France
Archive Catalog ID
4863
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Light age
  • toning and faint foxing visible in margins.
  • Penciled stock numbers ("4863") and handwritten annotations in lower margin ("Berry", "Limagne").
  • Central fold line intact with minor handling wear along board edges; colors remain bright and well
  • preserved.
  • Verso details
  • Moderate age
  • toning and light handling wear along the outer margins.
  • Center fold joined with a archival paper strip.
  • Penciled reference number in lower left field.
  • Text impression remains clear and crisp.

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

Featuring two regional maps on a single sheet from Abraham Ortelius's landmark *Theatrum Orbis Terrarum*, this engraving depicts the historical French provinces of Berry and Limagne embellished with decorative Renaissance strapwork cartouches and heraldic crests.

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