Lot 188
Map of Eretz Israel From Commentary of Rabbi Eliyahu Mizrachi on the Torah – Venice, 1527
Map of borders of Eretz Israel according to Rabbi Eliyahu Mizrachi [leaf of book on commentary of Rashi, by Rabbi Eliyahu Mizrachi. Venice, 1527, Daniel Bomberg Printing Press].
“Eretz Israel” written in center, East facing upward. Simple map, illustrated mainly with straight lines, squares and rectangles.
Leaf of 28.5 cm. glued upon modern paper for restoration; professionally restored damage. Folding marks.
Weintraub, map no. 8. Probably the first Hebrew map to be printed.
