Map or Atlas
Al Molto Magco. Sigor. Marco del Sole Sigor. mio Ossermo
| Map showing the place names, rivers, and mountains of Europe, north-western Africa, the northern half of South America, and North America. Rhumb lines cross the Atlantic Ocean from seven points, including an ornate compass rose. Two features make this map particularly significant. First, this is the earliest appearance of the word 'Canada' on a printed map. Second, this map also features an early attempt to include the Mississippi River, though it flows more in the direction of the Rio Grande and remains unlabeled. |
| Image ID: | 123629 |
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| Creation Date: | circa 1566 |
| Creator Name: | Bertelli, Ferando |
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| Collection Name: | Map Collection |
| Genre: | Map or Atlas |
| Original Format Type: | prints, fine-art |
| Original Format Number: | H GX80 1566 C |
| Original Dimensions: | 23 x 35 cm., on sheet 33 x 43 cm |
| The title is derived from the dedication text engraved over Africa. |
| Engraving |
| Cities and towns |
| Maps |
| Mountains |
| Aids to navigation |
| Mississippi River |
| Ocean |
| Rivers |
| This image is issued by the Wisconsin Historical Society. Use of the image requires written permission from the staff of the Collections Division. It may not be sold or redistributed, copied or distributed as a photograph, electronic file, or any other media. The image should not be significantly altered through conventional or electronic means. Images altered beyond standard cropping and resizing require further negotiation with a staff member. The user is responsible for all issues of copyright. Please Credit: Wisconsin Historical Society. |
| Location: | Wisconsin Historical Society Archives, 4th Floor, Madison, Wisconsin |
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