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World--Van den Keere, Pieter
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Nova Totius Terrarum Orbis Geographica ac Hydrographica Tabula. A Pet. Kaerio. [Amsterdam: Joannes Janssonius, 1628], 405 x 575mm., double-page engraved map on Mercator's projection surrounded by upper and lower friezes incorporating vignettes representing the planets and the seven wonders of the ancient world, and 2 side borders depicting the seasons and four elements, hand-coloured, [Shirley 264], laid down
- paper
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
This is the Jansson edition of Pieter van den Keere’s rare world map with four decorative borders. According to Shirley, it “is an undisguised and skilful copy of Willem J. Blaeu’s single sheet world map of two years earlier”. Van den Keere’s map is slightly smaller than the Blaeu, and includes a number of new legends. There is also a long note near the cartouche dealing with the question of whether or not the Straits of Anian and Davis link up to form a northwest passage.