Philipp Clüver (1580–1622) – Map of of Macedonia and Thessaly - "Macedoniae et Thessaliae Regiones" – Hand-Colored ...

Philipp Clüver (1580–1622) – Map of of Macedonia and Thessaly - "Macedoniae et Thessaliae Regiones" – Hand-Colored Copperplate Engraving (1697)
This striking 17th-century map presents the classical regions of Macedonia and Thessaly, offering a detailed geographic and political depiction rooted in Greco-Roman antiquity. Published in Leyden in 1697 as part of Philipp Clüver’s influential historical atlas, it reflects the scholar’s deep engagement with ancient geography through a Renaissance lens.The map includes ancient place names such as Thermaicus Sinus (the Gulf of Thessaloniki), Pelagonia, Amphipolis, Orestis, and Pieria, as well as regional subdivisions like Illyridis Pars, Epiri Pars, and Thessalia. Decorative features include a cartouche with classical figures—one holding a spear, another a scroll—underscoring the intellectual and military legacy of the Macedonian region.Clüver, often called the founder of historical geography, blended classical texts with early modern cartography, and this map remains a superb example of his legacy.Artist or Maker: Philipp Clüver (1580-1622)Medium: Hand-colored copperplate engravingDate: 1697Dimensions: 24 cm x 30 cmCondition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.