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Auction 141, Lot 674
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"Insula Zeilan, olim Taprobana nunc Incolis Tenarisim", Jansson, Jan

Subject: Sri Lanka

Period: 1650 (circa)

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Color: Hand Color

Size:
20.3 x 16.3 inches
51.6 x 41.4 cm
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Superb map of Ceylon oriented with north to the left with two compass roses and rhumb lines. The island is well delineated with mountains, forests, roads, cities, forts, and temples. The map is richly embellished with sailing ships, a sea monster and two fine cartouches. The title cartouche at top is flanked by the allegorical female representation for Asia and a native holding elephant ivory. The scale of miles cartouche at bottom is surrounded by a group of adorable putti.

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Condition: B

Attractive old color with offsetting and scattered foxing.

Estimate: $400 - $500

Sold for: $650

Closed on 9/5/2012

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