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Auction 141, Lot 651
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"India Orientalis", Mercator/Hondius

Subject: Southeast Asia

Period: 1609 (published)

Publication: Atlas Minor

Color: Hand Color

Size:
7.2 x 5.7 inches
18.3 x 14.5 cm
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This small map covers the region from India through southern China and the Philippines, and includes all of the Malaysian Peninsula with parts of North Sumatra and Borneo. In India, the Bay of Cambray is very exaggerated. The mythical Chiamai Lacus appears northeast of India, along with two large lakes in China. German text on verso.

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Condition: B+

A nice impression with light toning, a few small spots, and a small printer's crease at bottom.

Estimate: $200 - $240

Sold for: $120

Closed on 9/5/2012

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