Early 17th century map of Iceland in fabulous early colour
Islandia.
Amsterdam: Jocodus Hondius, 1608-12, Latin text edition. Original colour. 285 x 430mm.
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Early 17th century map of Iceland in fabulous early colour & MERCATOR, Gerard.Stock #: 23475
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Description
A very fine map of Iceland, from an early Hondius edition of Mercator's atlas,
decorated with an ornate title cartouche and scales, with a sea-monster with twin spouts. In the interior is an active volcano, shown in relief. Superb contemporary colouring.
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A good example.References:
VAN DER KROGT: 1:102 or 3.Related products
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