"Asia cum Omnibus Imperiis Provinciis, Statibus et Insulis Iuxta Observationes Recentissimas et Accuratissimas...", Seutter, Matthias

Beautifully engraved and extremely detailed copper plate map covering the Asian continent and the East Indies. Terra Yedso (Hokkaido) is represented here as a large landmass to the north of Japan and linked by a narrow causeway. Compagnie Land is shown to the east and marked with a notation that it was discovered by Don Juan de Gama. There is no Kamchatka peninsula shown. One of the more interesting features is the representation of Nova Zembla which, in contrast to most contemporary maps, is shown as a peninsula joined to the mainland. The large and charming title cartouche represents the exotic East with its people and animals. Another large and decorative cartouche at top right features lavishly attired people, allegorical figures, and exotic birds.

References: Tooley (Australia) #1135; Yeo #120.

Condition: B+

A sharp impression with full contemporary color in the map and later color in the cartouches, with minor soiling and professional repairs to a centerfold separation at bottom and a 5" tear in Southeast Asia.