Map of America 1628 - J. Hondius Reprint

Discover the unique Map of America 1628 - J. Hondius Reprint, which will transport you back to the era of great discoveries. This historic map is not only an impressive decoration for any interior but also an ideal gift for travelers and history enthusiasts.

Dimensions: 37.5 x 50 cm

Storage tube for the map included

The reprint has been produced with the utmost care to resemble the original map, making it not only a beautiful but also a valuable decorative piece. The original map was created by Jodocus Hondius in 1604, and its rich embellishments and detailed depiction of the continents of North and South America will captivate everyone.

The map features many cartographic details, including images of various beasts, ships, and decorative elements. Distinctive depictions of vessels from different cultures add a unique character. On the west, you can see a Japanese square-rigged ship, and near the Strait of Magellan, a European ship and a native kayak. Moreover, the map shows a Greenlander in a kayak holding a trident and wearing what appears to be a Santa Claus hat.

An interesting element of this map is the scene depicting Brazilian natives brewing cauim, an alcoholic drink made from cassava root. The scene illustrates the process where women chew the root to aid fermentation while men drink the beverage.

Personalized engraving option makes the map even more special, turning it into not just a decoration but a personal treasure to gift a loved one.

Fun fact: Hondius’s map was the first to offer a more accurate representation of the western coast of South America compared to earlier maps, making it an extremely important document in the history of cartography.