Maps, Portugal, Azore Islands, Doncker
"Pas Caart van de Vlaemsche Eylanden" Azore Islands
Copper etching from the Sea Atlas by Hendrick Doncker (1626-1699)
Original hand coloring. Reverse side blanco.
Amsterdam, 1659
The entire Azores Island group. Baroque cartouche held by a group of winged putti and Neptune.
No sequence number. This is a RARE MAP! Doncker's maps are noted for their acuracy and authenticity.
Original antique print
Printed on wondefully heavy paper. General age toning. Some spotting. Except for that the condition is almost very good.
43,2 x 53 cm (ca. 17 x 20.9")
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