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"Insular Aliquot Aegaei Maris Antiqua Descrip…", Jansson, Jan

Subject: Mediterranean Islands

Period: 1657 (published)

Publication: Accuratissima Orbis Antiqui Delineatio…

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.4 x 16.9 inches
49.3 x 42.9 cm
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This sheet contains several maps of Mediterranean islands in classical times, all based in part on Ortelius. The central map [Euboea Insula] describes the Greek island Euboea and is surrounded by nine maps of other islands. This composition includes the islands of Sardinia and Corsica [Insularum Sardiniae et Corsicae Antiqua Descriptio] at top instead of Cyprus, as on Ortelius' map. Each shows tiny villages, rivers and mountains in profile and is decorated by sailing ships, except for Samos, which is adorned with a sea monster.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #7500H:1.

Condition: A

Very good with just a hint of toning.

Estimate: $650 - $750

Sold for: $500

Closed on 11/20/2013

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