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Antique Map of the Banda Islands or Spice Islands, Moluccas, Indonesia, 1697

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Antique map titled 'Isole di Banda Nelle Molucche'. Engraved map of Isola di Banda, Nelle, Molucche. On verso: 'Isola di Solor'. Artists and Engravers: Vincenzo Maria (Padre) Coronelli (1650-1718): Father Corronelli was a Franciscan priest, who spend most of his life in Venice. He was a noted theologian and was appointed as Father General of his order in 1699. At that time he was already famous as a mathematician, cartographer and globe maker. He was very infuential, compiled and engraved over 500 maps. Condition: Very good. General age-related toning, please study image carefully. Date: 1697 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: 18.9 in (48 cm)Width: 13 in (33 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1697
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  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-041731stDibs: LU3054326555432
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