1. Add MS 24943
- Reference (shelfmark):
- Add MS 24943
- Title:
- PORTOLANO, containing the coast of Europe and part of the coasts of Asia and Africa, by Giovanni Oliva, of Messina; 1599. With paintings of the chief towns, national banners, portraits of sovereigns, figures of animals, etc., and at the top a representation of the Crucifixion, with the Virgin and St. John. Included also is a map of the world on a small scale, including America. Vellum roll ; 3 ft. 4 in. x 2 ft. 6½ in.
- Scope & Content:
- Giovanni Oliva, of Menina: Portolano: 1599. Maps and Plans: including a map of the world, by G. Oliva: 1599. Europe: Chart of the coast, by G. Oliva: 1599. Asia: Chart of the coast, by G. Oliva: 1599. America: Map of: 1599. Africa: Chart of part of the Coast, by G. Oliva: 1599.
- Collection Area:
- Western Manuscripts
- Languages:
- English
- Date Range:
- 1599
- Extent:
- 1 item