Bilder Franciscus Halma (1653–1722) – Map of Latium, Campagna, and Samnium, Italy – Engraving (c. 1700)

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This work is an historical map of central Italy, specifically depicting the ancient regions of Latium, Campania, and Samnium. The cartography details the geography, ancient place names, cities, and historical boundaries of the areas around Rome and extending to the Adriatic and Tyrrhenian Seas. The title cartouche is highly decorative, featuring allegorical figures of reclining river gods and cherubs amongst the text. The map was engraved by Pieter Leisterbäck and published by Francis Halma, as an illustration for an atlas of classical or historical geography.

Franciscus Halma was a Dutch publisher, bookseller, and typographer, active primarily in Utrecht and Leiden. He is recognized for publishing a wide array of works, including academic, theological, and scientific texts, as well as maps and atlases. He specialized in producing high-quality, often large-scale, illustrated publications, frequently featuring detailed engravings by contemporary Dutch masters.

Artist or Maker:  Franciscus Halma 

Dimensions:  Approximately 48 cm x 39 cm

Medium:  Engraving 

Date:  c. 1700

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