"Iapan I. ", Mercator/Hondius
Subject: Japan
Period: 1609 (circa)
Publication: Atlas Minor
Color: Hand Color
Size:
6.5 x 5.1 inches
16.5 x 13 cm
Superb small map derived from Hondius' folio map of Japan. It is based on the Ortelius/Teixeira type with Honshu, Kyushu, and Shikoku depicted with approximately the correct proportions. Meaco (Kyoto) is located in the center, and many other place names are noted. A deftly engraved strapwork title cartouche incorporates a compass rose. French text on verso, published between 1609-14.
References: Hubbard #14; Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #8450:351; Walter #OAG 13.
Condition: A
A sharp impression on a bright sheet with minor marginal soiling.
