unbound
1670 · London
by OGILBY, John
London: John Ogilby, 1670. unbound. Map. Engraving with hand coloring. Image measures 10 1/2" x 13 3/4" Gorgeous map of Northern Africa, part of Spain and the Strait of Gibraltar. Decorative elements include a camel around the title cartouche and schooners at sea. North is oriented to the right. On 17th century laid paper with a watermark. Published in 1670 in Ogilby's "Africa". Small damp-stains at edges, not affecting the image. Minor toning. Otherwise in very good condition. John Ogilby (1600--1676) is often noted in the literature for his wide ranging pursuits--dancer, actor, translator, tutor, among others--that, more often than not, ended in (truncated)