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C1702
Orbis terrarum
Mapmaker:
Nicholas Visscher (1618 - 1679)
This was the first map to be inserted in a Dutch bible by Nicholas Visscher and became the protoype for others. This is one of the earliest world maps to show some of the discoveries in Australia from Abel Tasman’s … Read Full Description
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Full Title:
Orbis terrarum
Date:
C1702
Mapmaker:
Nicholas Visscher (1618 - 1679)
Engraver:
D.Stoopendaal
Condition:
In very good condition, centre fold as issued. Full margins, no repairs, no splits.
Technique:
Original copper engraving, with recent hand colouring.
Image Size:
460mm
x 355mm
Frame Size:
760mm
x 655mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1702
Description:
This was the first map to be inserted in a Dutch bible by Nicholas Visscher and became the protoype for others. This is one of the earliest world maps to show some of the discoveries in Australia from Abel Tasman’s first voyage. In the corners, the four continents are shown in allegorical form with examples of their animal life and inhabitants. Two celestial spheres and two spherical maps are also added.
