Robert Dudley (1574–1649). Carta particolare...Arabia...1647 Celestial Views & Maps Schoell et Hautel

Schoell et Hautel

20 3/4" x 24" sheet

The result is a map that rivals John Mitchell's great map of British America

The map blends contemporary geographical knowledge and rich decorative imagery

Robert Dudley (1574–1649). Carta particolare...Arabia...1647 Celestial Views & Maps Schoell et HautelRobert Dudley (15741649)Carta particolare che comincia con il capo Dofar in Arabia e finisce con il capo Comorin in India, et tapora nellIndieFrom DellArcano del Mare, Florence: Lucini for Dudley, 16461647Copperplate engravingSheet size: 23 x 17 inches This rare and extraordinary sea chart by Robert Dudley, engraved by Antonio Francesco Lucini, is a landmark in the history of cartography. Published in Florence as part of Dudleys DellArcano del Mare