Gerhard Mercator

LJ 2238

Map of the North Pole

"Septentrionalium Terrarum descriptio"

Orig. coloured copper engraving. From: 'Gerardi Mercatorius et I(odoci) Hondii Atlas ou représentation du monde universel ...' published by Henricus Hondius, Amsterdam 1633, 37,5 x 39 cm.

First special map of the Arctic. Very nice item in a perfect condition from a French edition.

€ 4.300,-

Map of the North Pole with three inset maps of northern islands (Shetland, Faeroes, Frisland). The map reflects the idea of a Northern Sea Route to China and the Moluccan Islands. The North Pole is shown as a black rock in the middle of a sea, surrounded by a large country which is divided by 4 rivers. To clarify the position the northern parts of Europe, Asia and America are shown additionally. Remaining free spaces are filled with a few ornaments.

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