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Antique Map of Asia with Northern Portion of Australia “Hollandia Nova", 1727

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Antique map titled 'Exactissima Asiae Delineatio in praecipuas regiones Caeterasq Partes.' Original antique map of the continent of Asia with a northern portion of Australia “Hollandia Nova”. The map is embellished by a vivacious scene of native Asian figures and a camel, parrots and a monkey as part of the title cartouche. Published in Amsterdam by R. & J. Ottens. Artists and Engravers: Reinier and Joshua Ottens (both 1704-1765) are publishers, cartographers and map engravers from the Netherlands. The family business was founded by their father Joachim, but most productive during the time of Reiner and Joshua. Condition: Good, given age. Small rusty hole in right margin. A small spot in the lower left margin. A few spots, mainly in the margins. Original middle fold as issued. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully. Date: c.1727 Overall size: 63.5 x 53.5 cm. Image size: 47.3 x 49.2 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: 21.07 in (53.5 cm)Width: 25.01 in (63.5 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1727
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  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: PCT-580271stDibs: LU3054326262912

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