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A Rare and Old Trapezoidal Projection of the Ganges and Himalaya Range in India

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Antique map titled 'Tabula Asiae X'. This Ptolemaic map on a trapezoidal projection is centered on India with recognizable river systems, but completely lacking the sub-continental shape of the landmass. The top of a large unnamed Sri Lanka appears at bottom. Latin text on verso. This map originates from 'Geographia Cl. Ptolemaei Alexandrini (..)'.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.06 in (23 cm)Width: 12.41 in (31.5 cm)Depth: 0.02 in (0.5 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1561
  • Condition:
    Very good, given age. General age-related toning. Original folding line, minor wear and foxing. Latin text on verso. Please study images carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-133371stDibs: LU3054331030662

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