Portugal Lisbon Algarve 1715 van der Aa decorative engraved miniature map
Brian DiMambroNouvelle Carte du Portugal et Algarve, avec les grands Chemins, etc.
(Old Maps, 18th Century Maps, Miniature Maps, Europe, Portugal, Algarve, Lisbon).
Issued 1715, Leiden, by van der Aa.
Charming engraved miniature map of Portugal. Vignette distance scale lower left with two cherubs beside coats of arms. North is oriented to the left.
Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.
Sheet measures c. 6 1/4" H x 6 3/8" W.
Original center fold as issued.
Cartographic Reference(s):.
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 1, p.1.
[B13081].