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Janssonius: Antique Map of Portugal, 1645
Janssonius: Antique Map of Portugal, 1645
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  • Title: Portugallia et Algarbia quae olim Lusitania. Attractive mid-17th century map of Portugal
  • Map maker: Jan Janssonius
  • Place and Year: Amsterdam, [c.1645]
  • Dimensions: 38.5 x 49.5 cm (15¼ x 19½ in)
  • Technique: Copperplate engraving
  • Coloring: Hand colored
  • Condition Rating: VG+

    Interesting and attractive map of Portugal with west at the top, four sailing ships on the ocean along with a large figure of Neptune riding a sea monster, holding a trident and shield. There are two coats-of-arms and two compass roses, and a large pictorial title cartouche featuring two men in what looks to be Ottoman dress using navigational instruments. Verso Text: German

    Johannes Jansson /Jan Janssonius (1588-1664) was a Dutch cartographer and publisher active in the 17th century who lived and worked in Amsterdam.

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  • Condition
    VG+. Text on verso slightly visible through the map; expert repairs in right margin and along centerfold, paper a little thin in places; very good.
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