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C1666
Asiae Descriptio Nova Impensis.
One of the earliest English maps of Asia dated 1666 and embellished with a decorative title at top left. From Heylen, P. Cosmography in four books containing the chrography and history of the whole world: and all the principal kingdoms, … Read Full Description
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Full Title:
Asiae Descriptio Nova Impensis.
Date:
C1666
Mapmaker:
Unknown
Condition:
Minor chips to sheet edges (reinstated), area of discolouration to the left of centre fold, otherwise in good condition.
Technique:
Hand coloured copper engraving.
Image Size:
432mm
x 336mm
Paper Size:
450mm
x 347mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1666
Description:
One of the earliest English maps of Asia dated 1666 and embellished with a decorative title at top left.
From Heylen, P. Cosmography in four books containing the chrography and history of the whole world: and all the principal kingdoms, provinces, seas, and isles thereof. Â
References:
Sabin, J. A Dictionary of Books Relating to America, from its Discovery to the Present Time. New York. (1936) 1967 :: 31655.
Collections:
National Library Australia: Bib ID 2251911 (1682 edition)
Sabin, J. A Dictionary of Books Relating to America, from its Discovery to the Present Time. New York. (1936) 1967 :: 31655.
Collections:
National Library Australia: Bib ID 2251911 (1682 edition)
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