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1649 Blaeu Map of the Spice Islands -- Moluccae Insulae Celeberrimae
1649 Blaeu Map of the Spice Islands -- Moluccae Insulae Celeberrimae
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  • Title: 1649 Blaeu Map of the Spice Islands -- Moluccae Insulae Celeberrimae
  • Cartographer: W Blaeu
  • Year/Place: 1640, Amserdam
  • Dimensions: 14.7 X 19.2 in.
  • Description: This is an excellent map of Indonisia's Spice Islands based on the islands described by Jan Huyghen van Linschoten. This map was the first large-scale map of the region and depicts the islands that provided, first the Portuguese and then the Dutch with a monopoly on the lucrative spice trade. Each of the islands is shown with groves of the prized clove and nutmeg trees and the location of their protective fortresses. One of the very decorative cartouches encloses an inset map of Bachian Island. Rhumb lines, two compass roses pointing north to the right, various types of sailing ships, and sea monsters are included. Originated by J Hondius, the plate was purchased by Blaeu in 1629 and reissued. French text on verso.

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  • Condition
    Very Good - Good. On laid paper. Some staining in lower right. Wonderful hand-color. Issued centerfold.
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    1649 Blaeu Map of the Spice Islands -- Moluccae Insulae Celeberrimae

    Estimate $350 - $400
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    Starting Price $240
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