Home > Arts > Artists > O > Oceanic Oceanic
Early Map of Americas 1570 Date: 1570
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Early Map of Americas 1570 Date: 1570
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 20184104
© The Pictures Now Image Collection / Bubblepunk
1570 Antiquarian Antique Journey Journeys Maps Mexico Oceans Ortelius Travels Treks Trip Trips Voyage Voyages Landlocked Shows
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> O
> Oceanic Oceanic
> Maps and Charts
> Early Maps
> Maps and Charts
> Related Images
> Maps and Charts
> World
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> Pictures Now
> North America
> Mexico
> Related Images
> North America
> Related Images
> North America
> United States of America
> Maps
> North America
> United States of America
> New Mexico
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
This antique map, titled "Nova et Vetera Orbis Iuxta Recentiora Autorium Descripta" and dated 1570, offers a fascinating glimpse into the early European understanding of the Americas. Created by the renowned cartographer Abraham Ortelius, this map represents one of the most significant and accurate depictions of the New World at the time. The map displays the Americas in its entirety, with the North and South continents clearly distinguished, and the landmasses of North America, Central America, and South America accurately represented. The map also includes the Caribbean islands, and the coastlines of Mexico and Florida are depicted with remarkable detail. Of particular interest is the representation of the Gulf of Mexico, which is shown as a landlocked body of water, reflecting the common belief at the time that the Gulf was connected to the Pacific Ocean via a waterway that later proved to be nonexistent. The map also shows the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, as well as the Indian Ocean, providing a comprehensive view of the known world at the time. This early map of the Americas is an essential historical document, offering insights into the exploratory journeys and travels that shaped the world as we know it today. The intricate detail and meticulous craftsmanship of the map are a testament to the cartographic skills of Abraham Ortelius and the fascination that the New World held for European explorers in the late 16th century.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
