ASIÆ - Visscher c.1657-1677 The Waterfall of Rivers: On

The Waterfall of Rivers: On the left and across the top

This chart

It provides a detailed survey of the vital maritime corridor between the Straits of Banca (Bangka) and Pulau Tioman (Po

this print serves as a visual encyclopedia

backed with linen for durability—a common format for colonial officials and travelers of the time

ASIÆ - Visscher c.1657-1677 The Waterfall of Rivers: OnTitle: Asi Nova Delineatio (A New Delineation of Asia) Cartographer: Nicolaes Visscher (16181679) Published: Amsterdam, c. 16571677 Technique: Copperplate engraving with hand coloring Description: A magnificent and highly decorative map of the Asian continent during the mid 17th century. The Visscher family was renowned for producing maps that combined superior artistic design with the latest geographical discoveries, and this Asi Nova Delineatio is a