Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598)Map of Indiae Orientalis, 1575 hand coloured engraving Dimensions 43 x 54cm Artist or Maker Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598) Medium hand coloured engraving Condition Report Some undulation of the paper so thought not to be laid down, reinforcement from behind to the central fold with a 1 inch tear in the margin just to the right of 6 o'clock, otherwise small scattered dirt marks, colouring looks later, image size is 35 x 49.5cm, housed in a Hogarth style frame with cut away at the back revealing Latin text.PLEASE NOTE:- Prospective buyers are strongly advised to examine personally any goods in which they are interested BEFORE the auction takes place. Whilst every care is taken in the accuracy of condition reports, Gorringes provide no other guarantee to the buyer other than in relation to forgeries. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and some descriptions in the catalogue or given by way of condition report make reference to damage and/or restoration. We provide this information for guidance only and will not be held responsible for oversights concerning defects or restoration, nor does a reference to a particular defect imply the absence of any others. Prospective purchasers must accept these reports as genuine efforts by Gorringes or must take other steps to verify condition of lots. If you are unable to open the image file attached to this report, please let us know as soon as possible and we will re-send your images on a separate e-mail.