John Speede, (English, 1552-29) "New Map of Tartary (Mongol/ Russian Empire)", H 15.7" W 21"

John Speede, (English, 1552-29) "New Map of Tartary (Mongol/ Russian Empire)", H 15.7" W 21" | Two-sided frame shows the map's description on the verso. Created in 1626. Fold in the center where removed from the binding of the folio "Prospect of the Most Famous Parts of the World", printed in the 17th century. Hand colored. the Great Wall of China is shown as "A Wall of 400 leagues". Custom wood frame 17.7" X 23". from the Estate of William and Marlene Thomas of Ann Arbor, Mi.

15.7 x 21 in
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