Bidspirit auction | Galle, pub. 1585 - Portrait

Galle, pub. 1585 - Portrait of Abraham Ortelius - This originally hand-colored engraving of Abraham Ortelius was done by Philippe Galle end entitled Spectandum dedit Ortelius [Portrait d’Ortelius] . It was published in Anvers in 1585. Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598) was one of the most influential cartographers of the 16th century. He was born in Antwerp, Belgium but traveled throughout Europe where he eventually met Mercator. Ortelius became one of the most important cartographers in history. His largest accomplishment was certainly his atlas entitled Theatrum Orbis Terrarum. He was also appointed Royal Cartographer to King Philip II of Spain. Paper Size: ~ 10 3/4” by 18” Paper Type or Special Features: Hand-colored Engraving