MAP, Africa, Mercator
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Description
Africa. Mercator/Jansson, Africae Descriptio, from Atlas Minor, 1630 (published). Hand Color. Fine small map of Africa, which is based largely on the work of Hernicus Hondius and incorporates information from Bleau’s map of 1617, especially on the river systems. Though smaller in size, the map includes more place names than Hondius' 1607 folio map of the continent. It is decorated with a delicate title cartouche. Engraved by Abraham Goos. French text on verso.
LITERATURE: Betz #64.1; Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #8600:352.1.
LITERATURE: Betz #64.1; Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #8600:352.1.
Condition
A sharp impression with marginal toning and a few minute worm holes in the top margin. Grade: A
Dimensions
5.8 x 7.9 in
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MAP, Africa, Mercator
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