Artist / Author / Cartographer:
Valentyn, Francois
Title:
Borneo - Kaart van het Eiland Borneo
Date:
1726
Medium:
copper engraving
Size:
43.6 x 54.2 cm.
Description:
An unusual map of Borneo drawn by the Dutchman Francois Valentyn in the early 18th century. Mountains, rivers and forests are shown along with the major towns and ports. There is a compass rose and an equatorial line.
A good strong impression of this attractive map. Reinforced with a false margin upper left.
References:
Item Code:
MA7327
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