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Map of the Holy Land, 1486

Bernhard von Breidenbach1486

The National Library of Israel

The National Library of Israel
Jerusalem, Israel

An exact view of Jerusalem. The rest of the country, which Reuwich did not visit is not realistic

From: Breydenbach, Bernard von. Peregrinatio in Terram Sanctam. Mainz, 1486. At the end of the book. Edited by Erhard Reuwich who also drew all the maps and illustrations contained in the book

First Latin edition printing completed on February 11, 1486

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  • Title: Map of the Holy Land, 1486
  • Creator: Bernhard von Breydenbach
  • Date Created: 1486
  • Location: Jerusalem
  • Location Created: Mainz
  • Physical Dimensions: 273x1284 mm
  • Original Language: Latin
  • Subject Keywords: Holy Land Maps
  • Type: Map
  • External Link: View Full Catalog record
  • Medium: Woodcut
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