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Theatrum Terrae Sanctae et Biblicarum Historiarum, by Christian van Adrichem. Cologne, 1590 (dated on colophon page). First edition. Latin. Christian van Adrichem (1533-1585) - Catholic priest, born in Delft (Holland), wrote a number of works on Palestine. This book is a comprehensive description of the Holy Land, accompanied by twelve engraved plates. Engravings include: maps of the territories of the Israelite tribes, a large map (folded) of Palestine and a large map (folded) of Jerusalem. The map of the territories of Zebulun, Issachar and Manasseh is colored by hand. At the end of the book is a chapter focusing on sites in the city of Jerusalem during the time of Jesus and a chronological description of Biblical events, beginning with the creation of Adam. [12], 286, [29] pp + [12] engraved plates, 36.5 cm. The margins of some of the engraved plates are trimmed (the plates are smaller than the book's leaves). The two large maps (of Jerusalem and of Palestine) and the map of the territories of Zebulun, Issachar and Manasseh are detached (with stains and defects). Some of the engraved plates may have been filled in from other copies of the book. Good-fair overall condition. Stains. Open tears to bottom of first title page (engraving), repaired with paper pasting to the leaf's reverse. Open tear to one of the engraved plates, repaired with paper pasting. One leaf torn at the top (pp. 231-232), with significant damage to text. Ink inscription on first title page (engraving). Antique binding, with tears and defects. Torn spine (part of the spine is missing). Provenance: Collection of Hermann Meyer and his daughter Channah Sapir.