Today we're plagued with online sites saturated with reproduction antique maps and prints. These reproductions are copies made by various modern methods. Price alone should indicate as to original or reproduction, but for those new to collecting its wise to do some basic research. This will be a great help in making the right call when it comes to buying. A simple place to start if you're interested in maps made between c1600 to late c1700 is to get familier with the intaglio print process used in making such maps. Get to grips with the basics HERE. (Above: From India Orientalis by Matthaus Seutter c1730 A scarce map of the East Indies and part of Australia, from the Atlas Novus.
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