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Insulae Melitae vulgo Malte Nova et accurata Descriptio
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A spectacular Maltese Islands map with an inset plan of Valetta, from a German or Latin edition of Jansson's Atlas Novus. The decorative details of this beautiful map include several naval battle vignettes, a Maltese coat of arms, and three grand cartouches: the mileage scale, the baroque frame surrounding the Valetta plan, and the main title cartouche featuring Maltese naval figures and ships with cannons firing. Item Number: RS2255
Cartographer: Jansson
Place & Date: Amsterdam / 1650
Size: 20" x 16 1/8"
Condition: beautifully colored; light overall age-toning; minor spotting; small abrasion to image at lower centerfold
Price: SOLD