The first English printed map of Asia and a beautiful carte-a-figures map, flanked by costumed figures of Asian peoples. A series of eight city views forms a decorative frieze across the top including Damascus, Jerusalem, Aden, Hormus, Goa, Kandy, Banten and Macau. The map is based largely on Jodocus Hondius' s map of 1623 with detailed depictions of the East Indies, the Philippines and the peninsula form of Korea. The map is further embellished with a title cartouche, numerous sea creatures and sailing ships. Beautifully engraved by Abraham Goos. First edition with the imprint of George Humble, published in 1627.

References: Yeo #30.

Condition: A

Fine sharp impression, lightly toned. Expert repairs of short separation on fold and a couple of tiny tears in margins.