Title: 1651 Rare Original Map Holy Land Israel Palestine Judea Terra Chanaan For Sale

For your consideration, a magnificent and guaranteed original 17th-century map of the Holy Land. This is not a reproduction, but a genuine copperplate engraving from 1651, a cornerstone piece for any serious collection of Biblical geography.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT:

• Title: Terra Chanaan ad Abrahami Tempora... et Stationes XLV ad Mofis Tempora (The Land of Canaan in the time of Abraham and the 45 stations of Moses).

• Cartographer: Philippe de la Rue (Philippus de la Rue).

• Publisher: Pierre Mariette, Paris (Rue Saint-Jacques).

• Date: 1651 (Mid-17th Century).

• Features: Includes a highly detailed inset map in the lower right corner: \"Abrahae Peregrinatio\", tracing Abraham’s journey from Mesopotamia to Egypt.

• Dimensions (Plate Mark / Cuvette): approx. $36 \\times 52$ cm ($14.2 \\times 20.5$ inches).

• Dimensions (Full Sheet): approx. $44 \\times 58$ cm ($17.3 \\times 22.8$ inches).

• Paper: Original 17th-century hand-laid paper (vergé) with visible chain lines.

• Watermark: An exquisite crowned shield with fleur-de-lys watermark is clearly visible when held to the light (see photos), certifying its 1651 Parisian origin.

• Coloring: Beautiful original hand-coloring (watercolor) from the period, remarkably fresh and vibrant.

• COA possible on asking

This 375-year-old map is in very good antique condition.

• Genuine age-related foxing (brown spotting) as seen in photos.

• Original horizontal centerfold as issued in the atlas.

• Minor handling creases and margin wear consistent with age, adding to its authentic character.

• The plate mark is deep and well-defined.

This specific map is highly sought after by collectors in Israel, Palestine, and the USA for its dual representation of the region: the 11 ancient nations of Canaan and the Exodus route. It is a prestigious piece for a library, office, or a \"Cabinet of Curiosities.\"