Orbis Collection

Theatrum Orbis Terrarum (Theatre of the World) by Abraham Or
Theatrum Orbis Terrarum (Theatre of the World). Is considered to be the first true modern atlas. Written by Abraham Ortelius and originally printed on May 20, 1570, in Antwerp. World Map

Papaver (Poppy), two varieties
Two varieties of Papaver (Poppy) -- Papaver flore pleno rubrum (Double Red) and Papaver Eraticum rubrum (Wild Red), drawn by Basilius Besler (1561-1629)

Spain. Castile and Leon. Burgos. Map, 1576 at Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun (1541-1622) and Franz Hogenberg (1536-1590). Salamanca University Library

Map of Germany and current Netherlands. Theatrum Orbis Terrarum by Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598). First Edition. Antwerp, 1574. Library of Catalonia. Barcelona. Spain

Bethune
UIG2901785 Bethune by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Bethune.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Blois
UIG2901784 Blois by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Blois, On the Loire, seat of - Blood Libel against the Jews who were burned to death.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Peasants with large wine cask
UIG2901782 Peasants with large wine cask by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Antequera, Malaga, Spain; peasants with large wine cask.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Gdansk, Poland
UIG2901922 Gdansk, Poland by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg

Toulon, France
UIG2901901 Toulon, France by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Major Naval Base for France on the Mediterranean.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Portugal
UIG2901886 Portugal by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Iberian Peninsula.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Holland
UIG2901934 Holland by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg

Munich, Munchen, Germany
UIG2901868 Munich, Munchen, Germany by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg

Malta
UIG2901858 Malta by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Named for its Sweet Honey as it is resident to a unique bee.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Liege, Belgium
UIG2901853 Liege, Belgium by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Walloon Capital, French Speaking.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Kalkar, Germany
UIG2901847 Kalkar, Germany by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: US Air Force Base. Westphalia.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Vilnius, Vilna, Lithuania
UIG2901815 Vilnius, Vilna, Lithuania by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Vilnius, Vilna, Lithuania)

Margraviate of Moravia, 2nd Largest city in the Czech Republic
UIG2901794 Margraviate of Moravia, 2nd Largest city in the Czech Republic by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Margraviate of Moravia)

Bourges, - Roman City
UIG2901789 Bourges, - Roman City by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Bourges, Farmers tend their sheep outside the walls of the town.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Gulf of Venice
UIG2901935 Gulf of Venice by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Brindisi city in the Apulia region of Italy, the capital of the province of Brindisi)

Frankfurt Am Main
UIG2901930 Frankfurt Am Main by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Located on canalized Main river above confluence with Rheine; site of Celtic - German settlements)

Athens, Greece
UIG2901926 Athens, Greece by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Settled in Neolithic times; Acropolis fortified by 1200 BC; became great city-state)

Chios, Greece
UIG2901920 Chios, Greece by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Safe harbor on - coast; reputed to have been the home of Homer; was center of the Homerids)

Tunis, Carthage, Tunisia
UIG2901903 Tunis, Carthage, Tunisia by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg

Toledo, Spain
UIG2901899 Toledo, Spain by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: The city is said to have been populated since the Bronze Age)

Sion, Switzerland
UIG2901897 Sion, Switzerland by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Occupied 6000 years)

Santander
UIG2901893 Santander by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Located on a shore of Cabo Mayor; In the Roman Empire)

Saintes, France
UIG2901892 Saintes, France by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: In Roman times, Saintes was known as Mediolanum Santorum, the capital and later province of Santons)

Corfu, Greece
UIG2901879 Corfu, Greece by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Corfu, Greece is the only city of Greece surrounded by Medieval Walls for defense)

Penig, Germany
UIG2901877 Penig, Germany by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: On the River Zwickaurer Mulde, Saxony.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Passau, Germany
UIG2901876 Passau, Germany by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Roman town of Batavia; the Three Rivers City largest of which is the Danube.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Namur, Belgium
UIG2901869 Namur, Belgium by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Walloon Capital, French Speaking, on the River Meuse.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Marseille, France
UIG2901862 Marseille, France by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Largest French Port on the Mediterranean - on the Cote dazur.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Harderwijk, Netherlands, Holland
UIG2901851 Harderwijk, Netherlands, Holland by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Harderwijk, Netherlands, Holland.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Lancaster, England
UIG2901848 Lancaster, England by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: On the river Lune. Elizabeth is the Duke of Lancaster.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Tangiers, Morocco
UIG2901830 Tangiers, Morocco by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Tangiers, Morocco.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Wissembourg, White Castle, Alsace
UIG2901814 Wissembourg, White Castle, Alsace by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Wissembourg, White Castle, Alsace.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Fondi, Italy
UIG2901802 Fondi, Italy by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg

Bremen
UIG2901790 Bremen by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); (add.info.: Bremen, Hanseatic City on the River Weser.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

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"Exploring the Theatrum Orbis Terrarum: A Journey through Maps and Views" Step into the world of cartography with Abraham Ortelius' Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, also known as the Theatre of the World. This magnificent collection takes us on a visual journey across continents and centuries. In this captivating orbis, we encounter vibrant fields of Papaver, showcasing two exquisite varieties of poppies. These delicate flowers add a touch of beauty to our exploration. As we delve deeper into Ortelius' maps, we are transported to Germany and the current Netherlands. The intricately detailed map reveals the historical landscape that once shaped these regions. We then find ourselves in Spain's Castile and Leon region, specifically Burgos, where another map from 1576 offers insights into its rich history. Ortelius' masterful work continues to amaze us as he presents Salzburg's map alongside a breathtaking view of the city itself. His attention to detail allows us to immerse ourselves in both cartographic accuracy and artistic beauty. Moving further westward, Central and South America unfold before our eyes through another masterpiece from Theatrum Orbis Terrarum. This comprehensive map provides an invaluable glimpse into these vast lands during a time when exploration was at its peak. Rumold Mercator's World Map adds yet another layer to our understanding of global geography during his era. As we examine this remarkable creation by Mercator (1512-1594), it becomes evident how crucial his contributions were in shaping modern cartography. Cusco, Peru comes alive within Civitates Orbis Terrarum's engravings from 1576. Through intricate details captured on paper, we witness Cusco's grandeur during that period – a testament to human ingenuity and architectural marvels. Our journey takes an unexpected turn as ancient siege machines come into focus – Ballista fulminalis and Ballista quadrirotis.