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Document Type
StillImage
Contributing Institution
Maine State Archives
Identifier
206791
Description
Dutch map of America circa 1640. Includes the West Coast of America (which did not follow the California as an Island myth) and dozens of place names along the East Coast. Nine decorative views of important American Cities and Harbors across the top and 10 miniatures of Native Americans of various regions along the side panels. The map is also embellished with eight sailing ships, four sea monsters and vignettes in the interior of the continent showing Indian life.
Broad Creation Date
1640
Dimensions
22" x 16"
Language
Latin
Other Location
North America; South America; Central America
Keywords
Cartography; Maps