Antique map titled 'Carchi Elimoia, Nisari, Le Simie, Piscopia.' Sheet with four maps on one page showing Nisyros, Simi and other islands, Greece. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Made by 'Olfert Dapper' after an anonymous artist. Olfert Dapper (c. 1635 - 1689) was a Dutch physician and writer. He wrote books about history and geography, although he never travelled outside Holland. Until today, his book Description of Africa (1668) is a key text for Africanists. Artist: Made by 'Olfert Dapper' after an anonymous artist. Olfert Dapper (c. 1635 - 1689) was a Dutch physician and writer. He wrote books about history and geography, although he never travelled outside Holland. Until today, his book Description of Africa (1668) is a key text for Africanists.
Condition: Very good, given age. One tiny hardly visible worm hole in image. Original folds as issued. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully. Date: 1687 Overall size: 38.7 x 30.7 cm. Image size: 34 x 26 cm.
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