Bidspirit auction | Blaeus Map of Panama, Colombia
Blaeus Map of Panama, Colombia Blaeu, Joan, 1596-1673 Title: Terra Firma et Novum regnum Granatense et Popayan Creator: Blaeu, Willem Janszoon, 1571-1638 Creator: Blaeu, Joan, 1596-1673 Date: 1640-1650 ca Hand colored map Description: This handcolored fine example of Blaeus map of Panama, Colombia, part of Ecuador, extending south to Esmereldas and Venezuela extending east nearly to Caracas. Includes 2 large compass roses and two large cartouches. Provides an excellent view of mid 17th Century Columbia, including the course of the Magdallena River and its major tributaries. Size approximately : 20 x 15 inches Framed size 22 3/4 x 27 in. opening 15 1/4 x 19 1/2 in.
