Asia as a Whole · 18th century
€ 199
Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
Antique Map Moluccas titled 'Les Isles Moluques'. Rare map of the Spice Islands made after a map engraved by Pieter van den Keere and published in the 1628 edition of the Mercator Atlas Minor. This edition originates from 'Atlas Soulage'. The cartouche and compass rose are revised and the title is in French.
Artists and Engravers: Pieter van der Aa (Leiden 1659-1733) was a Dutch publisher best known for preparing maps and atlases.
Condition: Very good, please study image carefully.
Date: 1714
Overall size: 23.3 x 18.5 cm.
Image size: 19.7 x 14.3 cm.
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