Artist / Author / Cartographer:
Arsenius, Ambrose & Ferdinand
Title:
Japan - Iaponia Insula
Date:
1609
Medium:
copper engraving
Size:
8.5 x 12 cm
Description:
Japan. "Iaponia Insvla". From the Latin edition of Abraham Ortelius' Epitome. Published by J. B. Vrients in Antwerp, 1609.
An early 17th century miniature map of Japan with ornamental title-cartouche, the scale of map, "Scala milliarium", above the lower border.
A scarce beautiful miniature map.
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Item Code:
MA7609
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