Aragon Spain Hondius 1639 H. HOndius old map
Brian DiMambro- Antiquarian Books, Maps & PrintsNovissima Arragoniae Regni Tabula.
(Europe / Spain / Kingdom of Aragon / Pamplona/ Tercel/ Lerida).
Issued c.1639, Amsterdam by H. Hondius.
Fine 17th century engraved map, with original hand color. Small strapwork title top left, larger dedication and distance scale cartouche lower left with two cherubs.
Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.
Original centerfold as issued.
Sheet Measures c. 20"H x 23 1/2"W.
Engraved Area Measures c. 17 5/8"H x 21 3/4"W.
Cartographic Reference(s):
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 2, pp. 366.
[R19361].