J. Janssonius, Orbis Terrarum Veteribus Cogniti Typus Geographicus. Rare, beautifully old coloured map by J. Janssonius. It depicts the world as known to classical geographers, showing Europe, North Africa, and Asia divided into climatic zones and annotated in Latin. Richly decorated with cherubs, sea creatures, sailing ships, and baroque cartouches. Amsterdam, 1650. Dimensions: 45 x 50,8 cm (engraving), 50 x 60 cm (paper). Good condition, middle fold restored, paper slightly browned and with a few small spots due to age. Attention for US buyers: Due to recent postal restrictions shipping to the US can only be done by DHL, therefore higher shipping costs apply!