Art

Ortelius based the map on the map and plan by Marcus Secsnagel, 1551. Braun and Hogenberg also used Secsnagel work. The poem at the top left commemorates him. The map has been drawn as if stretched over a frame, with the edges pinned down, the lower edges have rolled free to reveal the town plan at lower right Copper engraving. Later colouring. Fine condition, good margins, top edge very slightly worn Size: 43 x 34 cm. (17 x 13 inches)