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Flemish / Dutch, 1563 - 1612
NATOLIAE SIVE ASIA MINOR (shows Cyprus)
copper engraving – coloured
c.1619
Amsterdam
34.5 x 48 cm (not including margins)
Provenance
private collection, Cyprus
Literature
Koeman Me 27A, van der Krogt 1.105
NOTES
A beautiful early map showing Minor Asia, several Greek Islands, and a well detailed map of Cyprus. A good example of Jodocus Hondius' characteristic engraving style showing the sea boldly engraved in a wave pattern, a sailing ship, a sea monster and three decorative cartouches.
A beautiful early map showing Minor Asia, several Greek Islands, and a well detailed map of Cyprus. A good example of Jodocus Hondius' characteristic engraving style showing the sea boldly engraved in a wave pattern, a sailing ship, a sea monster and three decorative cartouches.
