Hondius Engraved Map of America

America. Jodocus Hondius (1563-1612). Engraved map with original hand color. Amsterdam, 1606 (1619). 18 1/2 x 22 1/2 inches sheet. Jodocus Hondius’ map of the Americas is one of the most elaborate examples of fine Dutch cartography. The decorations, including sea monsters, indigenous birds, native canoes and sailing vessels, are taken from De Bry’s Grand Voyages. Particularly notable is the scene of natives preparing an intoxicating drink made from manioc roots, which is derived from Hans Staden’s harrowing venture into Brazil. (Burden).