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Polus Antarcticus is a top rare ancient map realized in 1650 by Johannes Janssonius (1588-1664). Good conditions. from Atlantis majoris …
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Polus Antarcticus is a top rare ancient map realized in 1650 by Johannes Janssonius (1588-1664). Good conditions. from Atlantis majoris quinta pars, Orbem maritimum [Novus Atlas, volume V: carte marittime]. Amsterdam: Janssonius, 1650. Technique is etching and they are hand watercolored, with coeval watercoloring. First edition of this famous work by Janssonius also known as the "Waterwereld"; It is the first "maritime atlas (in the true sense of the word) printed in the Netherlands" (Koeman) and published as the fifth volume of the Atlas Novus. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity
issues arising from misattribution
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- Dimensions
- 23.23ʺW × 18.5ʺH
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Condition
- Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Condition Notes
- Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Please note that … moreVery Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Please note that an additional handling period of up to 4 weeks may apply to this item less
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