Map of the World, 1646
This map is the work of Dutch cartographer Pieter van den Keere (1571-c.1646), and was published in London in 1646 as a part of the miniature edition of John Speed’s Prospect of the Most Famous Parts of the World. Notably, this map portrays California as a peninsula at a time when it was generally shown as an island. There is also a distinct North West Passage and a vast southern continent labeled “Magallanica” and “Unknowne Land.” The map is surrounded by decorative strapwork banners bearing the legends “Water,” “Aire,” “Fire,” and “Earth” in the corners and a Hebrew legend in the center below the title. An exceedingly rare and finely engraved map. Condition: Excellent, with even age toning. Double matted and framed; not examined out of frame.
Dimensions w 12 3/8 in x h 10 7/8 in.
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