![1606 [Map of the Northeast Coast of America] by: Ramusio](http://nwcartographic.com/cdn/shop/products/1606Ramusio_{width}x.jpg?v=1736981412)
1606 [Map of the Northeast Coast of America] by: Ramusio
DESCRIPTION
By: Giovanni Battista Ramusio and Giacomo Gastaldi
Date: 1606 (published) Venice
Dimensions: 11.5 x 15.25 inches (29 x 39 cm)
This fascinating early work is Ramusio's third state of the map depicting New England and New France, with the addition of willow trees distinguishing it from earlier states. A woodblock originally produced by Giacomo Gastaldi for the third volume of Ramusio’s highly important work, ‘Delle Naviagtioni et Viaggi’, 1556, it is the earliest printed map devoted to the region, and is also the first map to use the term “New France”.
Gastaldi’s map is largely based on the voyages of Cartier and Verraano. The Hudson and St. Lawrence rivers, and the islands near the Gulf of St. Lawrence are prominent features.
Condition: Very fine condition with a dark impression and full margins on all sides.
Inventory #11522
1200 W. 35th Street #425 Chicago, IL 60609 | P: (312) 496 - 3622
CONDITION
1200 W. 35th Street #425 Chicago, IL 60609 | P: (312) 496 - 3622