![]() It was the first edition of Geographia to include a world map incorporating the New World discoveries. His map was included in the Rome edition of Ptolemy's Geographia published in 1507. Ruysch, a native of Antwerp who lived in Germany, was a skilled cartographer. Ruysch applied the name "Mundus Novus" to these new lands. Hispaniola (Spagnola) and the other Caribbean islands, based on Columbus' and later Spanish discoveries, are depicted as islands near the Asian mainland while the northern coast of South America is depicted as an amorphous landmass floating in the middle of the ocean. ![]() ![]() On this map, Greenland (Gruenlant) and Newfoundland (Terra Nova), reflecting John Cabot's discoveries as well as English and Portuguese fishing interests in the area, are attached to the Asian mainland. This rendition, which supports Columbus' hypothesis that his discoveries were islands off the coast of the Asian mainland, suggests the difficulty European cartographers were having in trying to understand accounts of the exploration of New World discoveries. AuctionPro of Smithtown 55 Route 111 (Village Center) Smithtown, N.Y.In 1507, the same year that Martin Waldseemüller issued three works announcing the existence of a new continent which he named America, Johann Ruysch published a totally different world map. AuctionPro tracks the auction, answers questions from prospective buyers, processes the payment, packages the item, and ships it to the winner when the auction closes. Descriptions are written and an attractive, detailed listing is placed on eBay. Customers bring in items or vehicles that they would like to sell. AuctionPro of Smithtown is a local store dedicated to provide a simple, fast and convenient way to sell items and vehicles on eBay. The goods are inspected and a refund will be provided within 10 days. You must contact us within 3 days of receiving the item or a refund will not be granted. Returns are accepted within 3 days from the time you receive the item. AuctionPro of Smithtown will accept return of the goods only if they are not exactly as described in this listing. Insurance will be added for items over $50.00 and items shipped by USPS If picking up at our store, a $5.00 Local Pickup Handling fee will apply. We will offer combined shipping discounts for multiple item purchase. Tracking information will be emailed to you when it becomes available. We will process and ship your order within 2 business days after confirmation of your payment. We do not ship US Parcel and letter Post internationally. USPS Express Mail and Global Priority Mail are typically used for international orders. NYS Sales Tax will apply for New York State Residents AuctionPro of Smithtown will ship your item via DHL or USPS Priority Mail domestic. Personal checks will not be accepted unless prior arrangements are made. AuctionPro of Smithtown gladly accepts payment via Paypal, Visa, Mastercard, Money Orders and Cashiers Check. Shirley cites only two examples of the 1617 first edition and states that "four or five examples are extant dated 1618." ref: Shirley, The Mapping of The World, #295, Rarity RR. Some of the human details - milkmaids, reapers, skaters - are particularly lively" - Shirley. In the corners t are rural scenes illustrating the four seasons and, in the upper and lower central parts, panoramas of the Garden of Eden and the Last Judgement. This vividly decorated world map by Nicolaes Van Geelkercken takes much of its geography from his earlier map of 1610, "however the rich external decoration is quite new. Second edition, dated 1618, with Spilbergen's passage around the Strait of Magellan. ![]() Measures Framed: 43 x 32 Measured Copper without Frame: 40 x 21 About the original paper map: Original is Extremely rare. Great piece ! Map By and Named: GEELKERCKEN, NICOLAES VAN, Orbis Terrarum Descriptio Duobis Planis Hemisphaeriis 1617/1618. This offering is for a wonderful vintage 1618 copper world map which is beautifully displayed with a framed. 1618 Copper World Map GEELKERCKEN Orbis Terrarum PlanisWhat a great piece.
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