Abraham Ortelius
Flemish cartographer, geographer and cosmographer (1527–1598)
Abraham Ortelius was born on April 14, 1527 (Julian calendar) in Antwerp and died on June 28, 1598 in Antwerp, aged about 71. Recorded occupations: cartographer, historian, engraver, geographer, archaeologist and afsetter. Country of citizenship: Spanish Netherlands. Fields of work: cartography and geography. Notable works include “Theatrum Orbis Terrarum”.
- Born
- April 14, 1527 (Julian calendar) · Antwerp
- Died
- June 28, 1598 · Antwerp
- Age at death
- about 71
- Citizenship
- Spanish Netherlands
- Occupations
- cartographer, historian, engraver, geographer, archaeologist, afsetter
- Notable works
- Theatrum Orbis Terrarum
- Wikipedia editions
- 63 languages
- Signature licence
- Public domain
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