Petrus Kaerius (1571–1646) – Map of Devon / Devonia Descriptio – Copperplate Engraving (Early 17th Century)

Petrus Kaerius (1571–1646) – Map of Devon / Devonia Descriptio – Copperplate Engraving (Early 17th Century)
This early 17th-century copperplate map titled Devonia Descriptio was engraved by Petrus Kaerius (Latinized name of Pieter van den Keere), and depicts the English county of Devon with elaborate detail. The map shows towns, rivers, coastlines, and topographical features, and is oriented with the west at the top. Decorative script is used to identify neighboring regions such as Cornwall, Somerset, and the surrounding seas (Mare Hibernicum and Mare Britannicum). This map is characteristic of Kaerius's cartographic style—highly legible, densely labeled, and ornamentally lettered—typical of the period’s atlas production.Petrus Kaerius (1571–1646) was a Flemish engraver and mapmaker known for his work on miniature atlases and for his contributions to Dutch cartography, including prints for Atlas Minor and other early geographic compilations.Artist or Maker: Petrus KaeriusDimensions: 29 cm × 33 cmMedium: Copperplate Engraving on paperDate: Early 17th CenturyCondition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.