Bilder Olivarius Vredius (1596–1652) – Map of Ancient Francia and Belgic Gaul (France/Belgium/Netherlands) – Engraving (Circa 1640)

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This engraving is a historical map depicting the regions of ancient Belgic Gaul and Francia. It illustrates the territories of various tribes such as the Morini, Nervii, and Tungri, along with major Roman roads and settlements, providing a cartographic representation relevant to the early history of France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. The map was published as part of Vredius's historical studies on the region.

Olivarius Vredius (Olivier de Wree) was a Flemish historian, poet, genealogist, and politician from Bruges. He served in the city administration and is best known for his scholarly works on the history and seals of the Counts of Flanders, notably Sigilla Comitum Flandriae (1639) and Genealogia Comitum Flandriae (1642-43), which were often illustrated with maps and engravings based on his research.

Artist or Maker: Olivarius Vredius

Dimensions: Approximately 30 cm x 40 cm

Medium: Engraving

Date: Circa 1640

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