The map engraved by G. van Gouwen and published by Carel Allard around 1690 depicts Asia according to the Dutch vision of the age of the great trading companies, in particular the VOC. The term Tartary denotes the vast and vague region of northern and central Asia, still little known to European cartographers, encompassing Siberia, Mongolia and Manchuria. Japan, the Philippines and the East Indies are depicted with greater precision, a direct reflection of Dutch maritime trade and colonial interests in South-East Asia. The whole combines practical purposes – a guide for merchants and navigators – with a celebration of Dutch commercial power on the global stage of the late 17th century.
Unique quality material
Print on handmade Amalfi paper Sheet size: 29 x 42 cm (11.4 x 16.5 in) With frame: 31 x 44 cm (12.2 x 17.3 in) Material: artwork printed on very fine handmade Amalfi paper with deckled edges Frame: light brown beech wood and wood pulp, handmade
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