This fine map centered on the West Indies reflects the firsthand knowledge of Hessel Gerritsz during his voyage to South America and the West Indies undertaken in 1628. It covers the same region as the Gerritsz map of 1631; from the Chesapeake Bay to the northern coastline of South America, with the addition of the west coast of Central America. The nomenclature in North America is virtually identical with the notable addition of the name Virginia. The nomenclature was probably derived from a Spanish chart as it lacks any French influence. The map is richly adorned with three lovely cartouches, sailing ships, rhumb lines and compass roses. French text on verso, published between 1643-50.

References: Burden #242; Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #9600:2B.

Condition: B+

A dark impression with full original color on watermarked paper. There is some printer's ink residue, light toning, one tiny hole in Honduras, and a few small spots of foxing.