"Magni Mogolis Imperium", Jansson, Jan

Subject: Pakistan, Afghanistan & Northern India
Period: 1647 (published)
Publication: Atlas Novus
Color: Hand Color
Size: 14.4 x 19.4

This is Jansson's version of Hondius' map of the Empire of the Great Mogul in northern India including the region from Iran to Burma. The Indus and Ganges Rivers are the most prominent features of the map, along with the large mythical lake of Chiamay Lacus located in northern Burma. Wild beasts, including lions, tigers and elephants roam the interior, while a ship sails in the Indian Ocean. The map is further embellished with a large title cartouche flanked by two finely dressed gentlemen and a strapwork distance scale. Latin text on verso.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #8300:1.2.
Condition: B
Full contemporary color that has been partially refreshed, with toning and soiling. There are some cracks that have been archivally repaired on verso. This map will ship flat.