United Provinces Holland c. 1750's Homann decorative map w/ inset map Asia

Belgii Pars Septentrionalis Communi Nomine Vulgo Hollandia.

(Europe, Low Countries, Netherlands, Holland, Zeeland, United Provinces, Dutch Netherlands).

Issued c. 1740-50, Nuremberg by Homann.

Fine decorative mid 18th century folio sheet engraved map, with full original hand color. 

Splendid large mermaid and sea gods decorative cartouche, inset of Asia and Dutch colonial islands below with prospect view of Batavia coastline

Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, soft pronounced extraneous vertical fold line right of centerfold (readily flattened if desired for framing and display), any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.

Original center fold as issued.

Sheet Measures c. 21 1/2" H x 24 "W.

Engraved Area Measures c. 19 1/4" H x 22" W.

Cartographic Reference(s):
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 2, pp. 361.

[R22296-BR125].