Magini — Taprobana with Elephant c.1597
A captivating Renaissance map of Taprobana (Sri Lanka/Sumatra) featuring a magnificent decorative elephant.
From Giovanni Antonio Magini's Geographiae, published in Padua c.1597. This small but striking copper engraving features the mythical island of Taprobana with an ornate elephant illustration — one of the most charming decorative elements in Renaissance cartography. A conversation piece that sells itself.
Dimensions
~ 9" by 6 1/4"
Medium: Copper engraving | Era: c.1597 | Condition: As expected for a 425+ year old work. Shows beautifully.