Catalog Archive
Auction 120, Lot 741

"Ceylon, en de Maldivesche Eilanden", Sanson, Nicolas

Subject: Sri Lanka

Period: 1705 (published)

Publication: Algemeene Weereldtbeschryving

Color: Hand Color

Size:
9.5 x 7.3 inches
24.1 x 18.5 cm
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Fascinating map of Sri Lanka, the tip of India and an interesting depiction of the atolls of the Maldives. The map in inset with a detailed map of Sri Lanka filled with place names and noting mountainous topography. Decorated with a delicate compass rose and a strapwork title cartouche.

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Condition: A+

Sturdy paper with lovely coloring. A later impression of the plate with rounding of the lower corners evident.

Estimate: $220 - $300

Sold for: $160

Closed on 7/18/2007

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