Subject: Western India
Period: 1710 (circa)
Publication: Naauwkeurige Versameling der Gedenk-Waardigste Zee en Landreysen…
Color: Hand Color
Size:
8.9 x 5.9 inches
22.6 x 15 cm
This map of the region surrounding the Gulf of Khambhat was created to illustrate some of the Portuguese possessions in India, ruled by Governor Nuno da Cunha from 1528-38. The map extends as far northeast as Mandsaur and as far south as the area around Mumbai. Adorned with a decorative title cartouche. This map was published in van der Aa's compilation of early voyages of exploration.
References: cf. Shirley (BL Atlases) G.AA-1a #23.
Condition: A
A nice impression with attractive color on watermarked paper with wide margins and minor offsetting.