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Classic early 17th century Dutch map of South America in fine colour

HONDIUS, Jodocus.

America Meridionalis.
Amsterdam: Henricus Hondius, 1633, French text edition. Fine original colour. 360 x 495mm.

Repaired tear in margin.

An important map of South America, first published in 1606, with an early appearance of Sir Walter Raleigh's 'Lake Parime', with Manoa (his El Dorado) on the shoreline. The large strapwork cartouches, for the title, scale and inset prospect of Cusco, make this a very decorative item.

KOEMAN: 1:311.
Stock ID : 22863

£1,400

£1,400

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Stock Id :22863

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Classic early 17th century Dutch map of South America in fine colour

HONDIUS, Jodocus.

America Meridionalis.
Amsterdam: Henricus Hondius, 1633, French text edition. Fine original colour. 360 x 495mm.

Repaired tear in margin.

An important map of South America, first published in 1606, with an early appearance of Sir Walter Raleigh's 'Lake Parime', with Manoa (his El Dorado) on the shoreline. The large strapwork cartouches, for the title, scale and inset prospect of Cusco, make this a very decorative item.

KOEMAN: 1:311.
Stock ID : 22863

£1,400

£1,400

Return To Listing