Ceylon island Sri Lanka Ceilan c.1630's Hondius engraved hand colored map
Ceylon island Sri Lanka Ceilan c.1630's Hondius engraved hand colored map Ceylon island Sri Lanka Ceilan c.1630's Hondius engraved hand colored map Ceylon island Sri Lanka Ceilan c.1630's Hondius engraved hand colored map Ceylon island Sri Lanka Ceilan c.1630's Hondius engraved hand colored map
$ 375.00

Ceilan Insula: Hondius His Map of Z'eilan.

(Old Maps, 17th Century Maps, Europe, Low Countries, Netherlands, Zeeland).

Issued c. 17th century (c.1630's), likely Amsterdam. Map by Hondius.

Charming little 17th century engraved map with attractive hand color.

The "show-through" is visible, right side backed with old paper to strengthen and extend slightly the lower corner.

Remains a nice looking example with a pleasing age patina. Any age flaws mostly minor and easy to overlook or forgive.

Sheet Measures c. 7" H x 8" W.

Engraved Area Measures c. 5 1/4" H x 7" W.

Cartographic Reference(s):
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 2.

[R31000].