Tartary: China, Japan, and the West Coast of North America. Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598) Tartariae sive Magni Chami Regni Typus

Description:

Tartary: China, Japan, and the West Coast of North America.Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598) Tartariae sive Magni Chami Regni Typus. [from] Theatrum Orbis Terrarum. Antwerp, [c. 1600].
Copper-plate engraving on large folding folio paper sheet, hand-colored cartouches, outlining; Latin text printed on the verso of one panel, this copy was formerly matted with old masking tape on the verso on the edges only, with discoloration, visible mainly on the verso, 21 3/4 x 17 1/4 in.
This interesting map identifies a part of the North American continent as "Californio," and identifies the coast as "Sierra Nevada." The extensive depiction of the kingdom of the Tartars includes many fascinating notes on the people and history of Central Asia.
Estimate $700-900


The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Keywords