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Johanne Baptiste Homann: Belgii Pars Septentrionalis communi nomine Vulgo Hollandia…[Inset Views of New Amsterdam (New York City) & Batavia and Maps of NE United States and SE Asia]
Title: Belgii Pars Septentrionalis communi nomine Vulgo Hollandia…[Inset Views of New Amsterdam (New York City) & Batavia and Maps of NE United States and SE Asia] Map Maker: Johanne Baptiste Homann
Description: Nice dark impression of Homann's map of the Low Countries, with large inset maps of the Northeastern US (from the Chesapeake to Massachusetts) and Southeast Asia and vignette views of New Amsterdam (New York City) and Batavia. A highly detailed map of the Low Countries, celebrating the Dutch Colonial controls over New York and the northeastern United States and of Southeast Asia, at the height of its trading strength. Shows towns, rivers, lakes, islands, lowlands, canals, etc. Large decorative allegorical cartouche. One of Homann's earliest maps and the only Homann map to include a view of New York City. Condition Description: Minor discoloration at centerfold
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