Subject: Asia
Period: 1720 (circa)
Publication: Atlas Historique
Color: Hand Color
Size:
14.9 x 11.9 inches
37.8 x 30.2 cm
This historical map of Asia and the East Indies depicts the parts of Asia known during ancient times. Geographically it is based on Sanson's Asia Vetus with a huge unidentified landmass to the east of the continent and Japan on Tiexeira's outline. The Philippines are identified as the Isles Sabadines. Surrounded with panels of French text by Nicholas Gueudeville. Measures 19.1 x 14.7" with text.
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Condition: A+
A crisp impression on a bright sheet with a Strasbourg Bend & Lily watermark.