Description: This old antique engraved map originates from a rare 2 volume Hondius / Janssonius Atlas: 'Atlas, das ist, Abbildung der Gantzen Welt ....', published in 1636 in Amsterdam containing maps by Gerard Mercator, Jodocus and Hendricus Hondius and Johannes Janssonius. (ref: Koeman 1:322). This Atlas contains maps by Mercator, Hondius and early Janssonius edition maps. We carry most maps from the 2nd volume: France, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Mid-East, Asia and America. Review our ebay store, website or inquire for any specific maps not listed.
Artists and Engravers: The carthographers / publishers associated wit this Atlas are: Gerard Mercator (or Rupelmundanus, Gerard de Kremer, Cremer) (1512-1594), Jodocus Hondius (1563-1612), Henricus Hondius (1597-1651) and Johannes Janssonius (1588-1664). One can find many references in online literature to these famous icons of cartography.
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Subject: Title: 'Insularum Moluccarum Nova descriptio'. (Moluccas)
Condition: Fine; general age related toning; some light staining in margins from handling; original middle fold from binding; A few faint false fold lines; At your request we can have this map coloured by professional antique map / print colourer (cost inquire).
Size (in cm): The overall size is ca. 56.5 x 46.5 cm. The image size is ca. 49.5 x 38 cm. Size (in inch): The overall size is ca. 22.2 x 18.3 inch. The image size is ca. 19.5 x 15 inch.
Medium: Engraving on verge type hand laid paper with watermark. We absolutely guarantee the authenticity of this item.
Location: B1-43
SKU: TPC 08088.1
Section: VARIOUS
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