1703 Peter Heylyn Atlas World map A New Map of the World

  

A New Map of the World. A rare copper engraved antique folding map of the world shown in two hemispheres.

Map shows California as an island and Australia is partly shown and linked to New Guinea. New Zealand is also only partly shown. Page size 58.5 x 38.5 cm. Map is in good condition for its age, engravings are clear.

Fold lines as issued, some misfolding on the lower part of left fold line. The item "1703 Peter Heylyn Atlas World map A New Map of the World" is in sale since Monday, June 29, 2020.

This item is in the category "Antiques\Maps, Atlases & Globes\World Maps". The seller is "maklize" and is located in Birmingham, West Midlands.

This item can be shipped worldwide.

1. Printing Technique: Copper Plate
2. Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
3. Year: 1703
4. Date Range: 1700-1799
5. Era: 1700s