Antique Maps Leen Helmink Antique map of North Pole / Arctic by Hondius Click here or on the image for high resolution photos and scans. MAKER Hondius TITLE Polus Arcticus PLACE ISSUED Amsterdam FIRST EDITION 1636 THIS EDITION 1636 SIZE (hxw cms) 44 x 50 AREA SHOWN North Pole / Arctic TECHNIQUE Copper engraving PAGE NUMBER SIGNATURE VERSO blank COLOURING col. CONDITION The overall quality of this antique map is excellent DESCRIPTION Extremely rare early state of Henricus Hondius' decorative map of the North Pole, with the whaling scenes not yet engraved. Burden 246 State II. GUARANTEE We do not sell reproductions. We guarantee that this is a genuine and original antique map that was published on or near the given date. A certificate of authentication is provided on request. Price € 2750 Antique Maps Leen Helmink