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Münster, Sebastian
Basel
1540
"Tabula Asiae XII". Original wood-cut after C. Ptolemaeus' map of Sri Lanka (Ceylon) by Sebastian Munster, published 1540. With Latin heading title, large depiction of an elephant and ornamental cartouche. 27:34,5 cm (10 3/4 x 13 3/4 inch.).
One of the first maps of Sri Lanka. Very decorative. - Latin text on verso.