EARLY FRAMED MAPS OF CHINA AND ICELAND.

1) ORTELIUS, Abraham (1527-98), “CHINAE” olim Sinarum regionis, nova descriptio. Auctore Ludovico Georgio. [Antwerp:] 1584. Engraved map of China, elaborate baroque title and scale cartouches, galleons and masted land-vehicles, Latin text on verso (browned at head of centerfold with slight loss, reinforced on verso, one spot, lightly browned. 2) Map titled “ISLANDIA” showing Iceland with all the sea creatures depicted in the ocean. Upper left “Priuilegio Imp. et Belgico decennali A. Ortel excud. 1585” Bottom right cartouche “Illvstriss… Dedicabat. Both housed in similar burl frames with black corner blocks, gilt liners, watercolor highlight mats, behind glass. Vivid coloring. SIZE: 1) Visible map: 15″ x 19″. Overall: 24″ x 28″. 2) Visible map: 13-3/4″ x 19-3/4″. Overall: 22-1/2″ x 28-1/2”. CONDITION: Center fold on each with some brown stains/foxing evident. 50800-46, 50800-47., (500-1,000) – Lot 2471

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2471	$9,480.00	EARLY FRAMED MAPS OF CHINA AND ICELAND. 1) ORTELIUS, Abraham (1527-98), “CHINAE” olim Sinarum regionis, nova descriptio. Auctore Ludovico Georgio. [Antwerp:] 1584. Engraved map of China, elaborate baroque title and scale cartouches, galleons and masted land-vehicles, Latin text on verso (browned at head of centerfold with slight loss, reinforced on verso, one spot, lightly browned. 2) Map titled “ISLANDIA” showing Iceland with all the sea creatures depicted in the ocean. Upper left “Priuilegio Imp. et Belgico decennali A. Ortel excud. 1585” Bottom right cartouche “Illvstriss… Dedicabat. Both housed in similar burl frames with black corner blocks, gilt liners, watercolor highlight mats, behind glass. Vivid coloring. SIZE: 1) Visible map: 15″ x 19″. Overall: 24″ x 28″. 2) Visible map: 13-3/4″ x 19-3/4″. Overall: 22-1/2″ x 28-1/2”. CONDITION: Center fold on each with some brown stains/foxing evident. 50800-46, 50800-47., (500-1,000) – Lot 2471 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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EARLY FRAMED MAPS OF CHINA AND ICELAND.