Antique Map of Ambon Island, Indonesia, 1756

About the Item

Antique map titled ‘Carte particuliere de l'Isle d'Amboine - Byzondere kaart van het eyland Amboina’. Antique map of the island of Ambon, Indonesia. This map originates from 'Historische beschryving der Reizen' published 1756. Artists and Engravers: Made by 'Jakob van Schley' after 'Jacques Nicolas Bellin'. Jakob van der Schley (1715-1779) was a Dutch draughtsman and engraver, who studied under Bernard Picart. Jacques-Nicolas Bellin (1703-1772) was a French hydrographer, geographer and member of The Philosophes. His career, spanning over 50 years, caused an enormous output in maps, particular of maritime interest. Condition: Good. General age-related toning. Tape on verso. Please study image carefully. Date: 1756 Overall size: 35 x 27 cm. Image size: 0.001 x 31x 23.5 cm. We sell original antique maps to collectors, historians, educators and interior decorators all over the world. Our collection includes a wide range of authentic antique maps from the 16th to the 20th centuries. Buying and collecting antique maps is a tradition that goes back hundreds of years. Antique maps have proved a richly rewarding investment over the past decade, thanks to a growing appreciation of their unique historical appeal. Today the decorative qualities of antique maps are widely recognized by interior designers who appreciate their beauty and design flexibility. Depending on the individual map, presentation, and context, a rare or antique map can be modern, traditional, abstract, figurative, serious or whimsical. We offer a wide range of authentic antique maps for any budget.

Dimensions:

Height: 10.63 in (27 cm)Width: 13.78 in (35 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)

Materials and Techniques:

Paper

Period:

18th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1756

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Seller Location:

Langweer, NL

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