Antique Map of the Malabar Coast attributed to Baldaeus, 1744

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Antique map titled 'descriptio nova imperii malabar (\.).' nice map of the malabar coast. This map was published in 'the … Read more Antique map titled 'descriptio nova imperii malabar (\.).' nice map of the malabar coast. This map was published in 'the true and exact of the most celebrated east - india coast of malabar and choromandel as also of the island of ceylon' by philip baldaeus (first printed in 1672), part of 'a collection of voyages and travels, some now first printed from original manuscripts others now first printed in english', printed in 1744 for henry lintot and john osborn. This map originates from churchill's 'a collection of voyages and travels, some now first printed from original manuscripts others now first printed in english', printed in 1744 for henry lintot and john osborn. Artists and engravers: made by 'philip baldaeus' after an anonymous artist.

condition: good, given age. A few minor spots. Small tear top edge. Original folds as issued. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully. Date: 1744 overall size: 42 x 34.3 cm. Image size: 36 x 28.8 cm. 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



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