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Auction 206, Lot 621

"Insulae Indicae cum Terris Circumvicinis", Scherer, Heinrich

Subject: Southeast Asia

Period: 1703 (published)

Publication: Atlas Novus

Color: Hand Color

Size:
13.9 x 9 inches
35.3 x 22.9 cm
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This charming small map of Southeast Asia is filled with topographical details and place names. Nova Hollandia (Australia) is depicted at bottom right with mountains and forests along the coastline. The interior of Australia is covered up with the scale of miles cartouche, surmounted by the Jesuite symbol. Papua New Guinea is shown as two partially delineated islands named Terra dos Papous and Nova Guinea, separated by a narrow strait. Four sailing ships and a decorative title cartouche embellish the map.

References: Mickwitz & Miekkavaara #281-26; Parry, p.163, pl. 5.35; Shirley (BL Atlases) T.SHER; Tooley (Australia) #1124.

Condition: B+

A dark impression on a bright sheet with printer's ink residue at top and left, light printer's ink residue, and a hint of toning along the centerfold.

Estimate: $600 - $750

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Closed on 11/12/2025

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