This is exquisite map of Sri Lanka with relief shown pictorially and map of the island nation with north oriented to the right, this map which was... Show moreThis is exquisite map of Sri Lanka with relief shown pictorially and map of the island nation with north oriented to the right, this map which was used to illustrate the voyage of Lopo Soares d' Albegeria in 1515 on behalf of the King of Portugal by the Portuguese historian Joan de Barros, this map provides a highly detailed look at Ceylon with insets main cities of kolombo (Colombo), candy (Kandy), and Jafnapatnam (Jaffna), based upon the work of this early 16th Century explorer. de nouveau rendue publique par Pierre vander Aa. Relief shown pictorially. Oriented with north to the right. Main Heritage Compact General HC.MAP.00192 Print Map Item-ID: i11400432 BIB-ID: 1842132 In Dutch and French. Show less
In Dutch and French Uncertain date, could be 1707, 1710, or 1727, with 1707 the most likely Relief shown pictorially French text below neatline: ... Show moreIn Dutch and French Uncertain date, could be 1707, 1710, or 1727, with 1707 the most likely Relief shown pictorially French text below neatline: "Sixième voyage par mer fait aux depens de la Compagnie angloise, sous les ordres d'Henri Middelton, dans la Mer Rouge jusqu'à Mocha, tiré de ses relations, et conféré avec les cartes les plus correctes, levées sur les lieux / de nouveau mis au jour par Pierre vander Aa, a Leide. Avec privilege." Main Heritage Compact General HC.MAP.00432 Print Map Item-ID: i23878617 BIB-ID: 2539072 Show less