A very fine map of Iceland, from an early Hondius edition of Mercator's atlas,
decorated with an ornate title cartouche and scales, with a sea-monster with twin spouts. In the interior is an active volcano, shown in relief. Superb contemporary colouring.
Additional information
Dimensions | 430 × 285 mm |
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Cartographer | |
Date | 1608 |
Extra Info | Islandia. |
Publication | Amsterdam: Jocodus Hondius, 1608-12, Latin text edition. Original colour. 285 x 430mm. |
Condition | A good example. |
References | – |