Morisot, C.B.
1643

Japonese Navigum, Sinese Navigum

DESCRIPTION: Single sheet of chain laid paper with an engraved illustration of two Asian sailing vessels from an early work on maritime history by Morisot (1592-1661): "Orbis Maritimi siue Rerum in Mari et Littoribus Gestarum Generalis Historia". The vessels are titled: "Japonese Navigum" and " Sinese Navigum". Both vessels are steered via side mounted steering oars.

CREATOR: Morisot, C.B.

PUBLICATION DATE: 1643

GEOGRAPHIC AREA: Japan

BODY OF WATER: N/A

CONDITION: Very Good. Lightly browned . Strong impression.

COLORING: None

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SIZE: 5 " x 6 "

ITEM PHYSICAL LOCATION: 1

PRICE: $175

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