MAP, Asia, Visscher
Asia. Nicolas Visscher, Asiae Nova Delineatio, 1680 (circa). Hand Color. Superb large map of the whole of Asia and the East Indies. The discoveries of Tasman, Janszoon, and Cartensz are reflected in Australia and New Guinea. The delineation of Japan follows that of Mercator-Hondius, but also includes the discoveries of De Vries in Yedso and the adjacent
Dimensions: 17.3 x 21.6 in
Condition Report: A sharp impression on a bright sheet with an archivally repaired centerfold separation that enters 1" into the image at top. Grade: A
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Asia. Nicolas Visscher, Asiae Nova Delineatio, 1680 (circa). Hand Color. Superb large map of the whole of Asia and the East Indies. The discoveries of Tasman, Janszoon, and Cartensz are reflected in Australia and New Guinea. The delineation of Japan follows that of Mercator-Hondius, but also includes the discoveries of De Vries in Yedso and the adjacent
Dimensions: 17.3 x 21.6 in
Condition Report: A sharp impression on a bright sheet with an archivally repaired centerfold separation that enters 1" into the image at top. Grade: A
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