Product code: 1770 J.V. Schley, Sri Lanka, Ceylon, Jaffna, large copper engraving, map on sale
J.V. Schley
'Jaffenapatam [Jaffna]'
1746
Overall dimensions: on sale Approx 29.0 x 37.0cm, 11.25 x 14.5 inches (Large). Folds as issued.
Hand colour
Large map of present-day Jaffna in Sri Lanka with fortifications, the colonial town and many ships.
Jaffna was an important Dutch (and later English) colonial port during 17th through 19th century.
Excellent condition on fine strong laid paper.