This is a fine example of one of the many derivatives of Jodocus Hondius' map of 1618. North America is depicted with a prominent Virginia and an odd New England coastline. The western coastline above California makes the continent entirely too wide. There is only a hint of the Great Lakes. There is a large inland lake in equatorial South America. The small inset of Greenland has a different perspective from Hondius' map. Strapwork title cartouche, sea monsters and Spanish galleons decorate the map. Merian's signature is at lower right.

References: Burden #251.

Condition: A

Light impression on some place names, otherwise very good with very attractive color. Narrow, but adequate right margin.