"Polus Arcticus [on sheet with] Polus Antarcticus", Aa, Pieter van der
Subject: Polar
Period: 1700 (circa)
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Color: Hand Color
Size:
8.1 x 12.7 inches
20.6 x 32.3 cm
An unusual vertical orientation makes this an interesting map of the polar regions. The South Pole shows Tierra del Fuego as the only land, and the North Pole includes a portion of the coastline of fictional Anian, with a well-developed Arctic for the period. Novaya Zemla is shown with a partial coastline. Billowing clouds and vigorous wind heads surround the spheres with ribbon title banners completing the interesting composition.
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Condition: B+
A nice impression with attractive color on a lightly toned sheet. There are remnants of hinge tape along the top sheet edge.
