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Dutch 'American Septentrionalis' map, circa 1647
Dutch 'American Septentrionalis' map, circa 1647
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Johannes Janssonius, known as Jan Jansson (Dutch, 1588-1664), hand colored copper engraving titled 'America Septentrionalis,' executed in Amsterdam circa 1647, depicting a cartographic amalgamation of North America, known specifically for spreading the misconception that California was an island, with colored cartouche centering the title and flanked by characters in Native dress holding spears, 19.25"h x 22.5"w sight of sheet, overall dimensions including frame 30.5"h x 34"w x 1.5"d. Provenance: With Paulus Swaen Old Maps & Prints, The Netherlands, label en verso.
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Dutch 'American Septentrionalis' map, circa 1647

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