Portugal Algarve 1715 decorative van der Aa engraved miniature map cartouche
Portugal Algarve 1715 decorative van der Aa engraved miniature map cartouche Portugal Algarve 1715 decorative van der Aa engraved miniature map cartouche Portugal Algarve 1715 decorative van der Aa engraved miniature map cartouche
$ 98.00

Nouvelle Carte du Portugal et Algarve, avec les grands Chemins, etc.

(Europe, Portugal, Algarve).

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 fold line as issued.

Cartographic Reference(s):.
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 1, p.1.

[R20317].