PERV

Cartographer / Artist: Jan Jansson (Ioannes Janssonius)

Date Created: c. 1638

Medium: Hand-colored copperplate engraving

Physical Dimensions: 20.5 x 15.5 inches

Geographic Scope: Peru

Archive Catalog ID: 3584

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: South America

A prominent 17th-century Dutch Golden Age map of Peru and the western coast of South America, oriented with east at the top and embellished with decorative cartouches, sea monsters, sailing ships, and a compass rose.

Condition: Light overall age toning and faint thumbing in the margins.. Minor handling creases along outer edges.. Original centerfold as issued.. Handwritten inventory number in pencil on lower right margin.. Verso details. Light age toning along edges. Minor handling smudges and faint foxing in margins. Center fold present with clean impression and full margins

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PERV

By Jan Jansson (Ioannes Janssonius)

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1638 Hand-colored copperplate engraving by Jan Jansson (Ioannes Janssonius) documenting Peru. Measures 20.5 x 15.5 inches. Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

Acquisition Status$170
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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Hand-colored copperplate engraving
Sheet / Plate Size
20.5 x 15.5 inches
Date / Era
c. 1638
Geographic Scope
Peru
Archive Catalog ID
3584
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Light overall age toning and faint thumbing in the margins.
  • Minor handling creases along outer edges.
  • Original centerfold as issued.
  • Handwritten inventory number in pencil on lower right margin.
  • Verso details
  • Light age toning along edges
  • Minor handling smudges and faint foxing in margins
  • Center fold present with clean impression and full margins

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

A prominent 17th-century Dutch Golden Age map of Peru and the western coast of South America, oriented with east at the top and embellished with decorative cartouches, sea monsters, sailing ships, and a compass rose.

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