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Auction 91, Lot 323

"India Orientalis",

Subject: Southeast Asia

Period: 1607-21 (published)

Publication: Atlas Minor

Color: Black & White

Size:
7.2 x 5.6 inches
18.3 x 14.2 cm
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Small map of the region from India through southern China and the Philippines. Covers all of the Malay peninsula with parts of North Sumatra and Borneo. The Bay of Cambray is very exaggerated. The mythical "Chiamai Lac" appears northeast of India, along with two large lakes in China. Strapwork title and distance scale cartouches. Light impression else very good.

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Condition: B

Estimate: $275 - $325

Sold for: $210

Closed on 6/14/2000

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