Rare Old Large Map of Madrid by Teixeira, 1656: Plaza Mayor, Calle Mayor, Calle de Alcalá, Major Churches, Convents uk Pangbourne

Pangbourne

Fort Saskatchewan Freeway

it serves as a significant boundary and is now a modern recreational waterway

These are also two of the first ever printed maps of American cities

along with Henricus Hondius's

Rare Old Large Map of Madrid by Teixeira, 1656: Plaza Mayor, Calle Mayor, Calle de Alcalá, Major Churches, Convents uk PangbourneThe "Topographia de la villa de Madrid," crafted by the esteemed Portuguese cartographer Pedro Teixeira Albernaz in 1656, is a captivating glimpse into the heart of Madrid during the mid 17th century. Commissioned by Philip IV of Spain, this map is a testament to Teixeira's meticulous attention to detail and his unparalleled skill in cartographic representation. It showcases the intricate layout of Madrid's streets, houses, and significant structures,