1748, Engraving : Rome. A Map of the Middle Regions of Italy, with Urbs Septicollis. A folding large map, 11 x 14 inches, from An Universal History, from the Earliest Account of Time.

ANCIENT ITALY

Edité par Printed for T. Osborne, in Gray's Inn; A. Miller, in the Strand; and J. Osborn, in Paternoster Row., London, 1748

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The map focuses on central Italy, with a particular emphasis on Rome, which was historically referred to as Urbs Septicollis, meaning the "Seven-Hilled City." The engraving illustrates the seven hills of Rome, a defining feature of the ancient city. It was printed, 1748, in London by T. Osborne, A. Miller, and J. Osborn,1 folding plate. A rare map from the 18th century depicting Italy with a focus on Rome, featuring an inset of Urbs Septicollis, the historical name for Rome. This map illustrates the location of the seven hills, with the Latin term Civitas Septicollis, meaning "Seven-Hilled City," referencing the city of Rome. Size: 28 x 36 cms. Category: Universal History; Special Features; Printed before 1800; PRINTS : Antiquarian Interest; Unframed Prints : Old. This item may require more postage than the rates shown for delivery outside the UK. If extra postage is required we will contact you before processing your order and you will be given the details and option to decline the extra cost. Cosmo Books : 28 years selling on ABE; 28 years of taking care of customers on ABE; A seller you can rely on.

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Détails bibliographiques

• Titre: 1748, Engraving : Rome. A Map of the Middle Regions of Italy, with Urbs Septicollis. A folding large map, 11 x 14 inches, from An Universal History, from the Earliest Account of Time.
• Éditeur: Printed for T. Osborne, in Gray's Inn; A. Miller, in the Strand; and J. Osborn, in Paternoster Row., London
• Date de parution: 1748
• Reliure: Unframed Print
• État de l'article: Very Good
• Catalogues du vendeur:
  • Universal History