Age Of Discovery Collection (#9)

DE SOTO (c1496-1542). Hernando De Soto. Spanish explorer in America. De Soto at Tampa Bay, Florida, 1539. Steel engraving, American, 1853, after a drawing by Seth Eastman

DE SOTO: FLORIDA, 1539. Spanish explorer Hernando De Soto at Tampa Bay, Florida, in 1539. Steel engraving, American, 1853, after a drawing by Seth Eastman

HERNANDO de SOTO (1500-1542). Colored Spanish engraving, 1728

ROANOKE LANDING, 1585. The landing of the English at Roanoke Island in 1585. Contrary to the engraved legend, Sir Walter Raleigh, though the promoter of the expedition, remained home in England

VASCO DA GAMA taking leave from King Manuel of Portugal at his departure from Lisbon for India on July 8, 1497. Colored engraving, 19th century

SEVILLE: DEPARTURE, 1594. Departure for the New World from Sanlucar de Barrameda, the port of Seville, Spain. Line engraving, 1594, by Theodor de Bry

JEAN RIBAULT: FLORIDA, 1562. The French, under the command of Jean Ribault, arriving in Florida in 1562. Colored engraving, 1591, by Theodor de Bry after Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues

FLORIDA: MAP, 1591. Engraving by Theodor de Bry after a now lost drawing by Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues

SHIP OF DISCOVERY, 1592. Flying fish, attempting to escape predators, fall on board a Portuguese ship of discovery in West Indian waters. Engraving, 1592, by Theodore de Bry

FRANCISCO PIZARRO (1470?-1541). Spanish conqueror of Peru. Line engraving, Dutch, 1673

COLUMBUS: CARAVELS, 1492. Ferdinand and Isabella bidding a symbolic farewell to the caravels of Columbus setting sail from Palos, Spain on 3 August 1492: detail of an engraving from Nova Typis

HERNANDO de SOTO (1500-1542). Spanish colored engraving, 18th century

BEHEADING OF PIZARRO, 1548. The beheading of Gonzalo Pizarro (c1502-1548), Spanish conquistador, in Cuzco, Peru. Color engraving, English, 18th century

COLUMBUS: SAN SALVADOR. The landing of Columbus at San Salvador (Guanahani) in the Bahamas, 12 October 1492. Steel engraving, 19th century, after the painting by John Vanderlyn

PRINCE HENRY THE NAVIGATOR at the conquest of Ceuta in 1415: colored engraving, 16th century

VASCO da GAMA (c1469-1524). Portuguese navigator. Gama received by the Samorin at Calicut, India, in 1498. Line engraving, 1747

COLUMBUS: LA RABIDA. The convent of La Rabida at Huelva, Spain, where Christopher Columbus and his son Diego sought lodging shortly before Columbus sailed for the New World in 1492

COLUMBUS: NEW WORLD, 1492. The landing of Christopher Columbus in the New World: engraving, early 19th century

CABEZA de VACA (c1490-c1557). The arrival of Alvar Nu├▒ez Cabeza de Vaca and his companions, the sole survivors of Panfilo de Narvaezs 1528 Florida expedition

FLORIDA: NATIVE AMERICANS, 1591. Florida Native Americans holding a triumphant and solemn ritual in celebration of the defeat of an enemy

LANDING IN JAMESTOWN, 1607. American color engraving, 19th century

COLUMBUS: TRINIDAD, 1498. Christopher Columbus and his men discovering the three-peaked island of Trinidad (top left) in 1498: Spanish engraving, 1730

COLUMBUS: ARREST, 1500. The arrest of Christopher Columbus at Santo Domingo in 1500 by Francis de Bobadillo. Engraving, c1590, by Theodor de Bry

COLUMBUS: TRIBUTE, 1621. Allegorical tribute to Christopher Columbus and his discovery of the New World, including America and Spagniolla as shown on the accompanying map: German engraving, 1621

HERNANDO CORTES (1485-1547). Spanish conqueror of Mexico. Color engraving, 19th century, after an illustration from Antonio de Solis y Ribadeneiras Historia de la Conquista de Mejico, 1684

COLUMBUS: NATIVE AMERICANS The First Interview of Christopher Columbus with the Natives of America (1492): English engraving, 18th century

NEW WORLD MAP, c1650. Line engraving, Amsterdam, Netherlands, c1650

COLUMBUS CARAVELS, 1492. Chrisopher Columbus caravels setting sail from Spain, 3 August 1492. Detail of an engraving from Honorius Philoponus Nova typis transacta navigato novi orbis Indiae

MAGELLANs VITTORIA, 1522. The Vittoria, the only one of Ferdinand Magellans five ships that survived to complete the first circumnavigation of the globe, 1522. Line engraving, 16th century

HENRY THE NAVIGATOR (1394-1460). Prince of Portugal. Line engraving, 16th century

NEW AMSTERDAM, 1620s. The Hartgers View, the earliest known view of New Amsterdam as it appeared c1626-28. Line engraving, Dutch, 1651

FERDINAND MAGELLAN (1480-1521). Portuguese navigator. Line engraving, 16th century

LANDING OF COLUMBUS, 1492. Wood engraving, American, c1835

COLUMBUS: SAN SALVADOR. The landing of Christopher Columbus at San Salvador (Guanahani) in the Bahamas, 12 October 1492. Steel engraving, 19th century, after the painting by John Vanderlyn

ALONSO de OJEDA (1465?-1515). Spanish explorer. Ojeda with a cacique of natives during one of his many expeditions in the West Indies. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

MAGELLANs FLEET, 1519. Ferdinand Magellans fleet of five ships after their departure from Spain on 20 September 1519; only one, the Vittoria, completed the circumnavigation of the earth in 1522

DUTCH-NATIVE AMERICAN FUR TRADE. Dutch colonists trading with Native Americans along the Hudson River. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

LANDING OF COLUMBUS, 1492. The landing of Christopher Columbus in the New World, 12 October 1492. Steel engraving, American, 1858, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel

MAP OF NEW FRANCE, 1555. From Guillaume le Testus Cosmographie Universelle, 1555

WALDSEEMULLER: WORLD MAP. Map of the world by Martin Waldseemuller and Laurens Fries, printed at Strassburg in 1535, showing only a hint of the New World at left

W. HEMISPHERE MAP, 1596. Theodore de Brys map of the western hemisphere, 1596, surrounded by the explorers (clockwise from top left) Columbus, Vespucci, Pizarro, and Magellan

COLUMBUS: WEST INDIES MAP. Map, 1892, illustrating presumed route of the first voyage of Columbus in the West Indies

NEW WORLD MAP, 1616. English map of the western hemisphere published by John Speed in 1616. California appears as a huge island and the views along both sides are of natives in fanciful costumes

MAP: PORTOLAN ATLAS, c1545. Portolan Atlas showing the Caribbean, Central America, and North and South America, by Pierre Desceliers, c1545

MAP: ATLANTIC VOYAGES. Map showing the routes of the major European voyages of discovery, from Leif Ericsson (1001) to Henry Hudson (1610)

NEW WORLD MAP, 1570. A New Description of America, or the New World. Map from Abraham Ortelius Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, 1570

EAST INDIES MAP, 1670. Detail of a chart of the East Indies (oriented with north at the left) by John Seller, 1670

MAP: EAST INDIES, 1670. Chart of the East Indies (oriented with north at the left) by John Seller, 1670

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The Age of Discovery, a remarkable era in history, was characterized by the exploration and mapping of new territories. Maps from this period provide glimpses into the vast knowledge gained during these expeditions. Ortelius's map of the Ottoman Empire in 1570 showcases the intricate details and boundaries of this powerful empire, and is a testament to the expanding horizons and growing curiosity of explorers during this time. Captain John Smith's map of Virginia in 1612 offers insights into early English colonization efforts in North America. This detailed depiction highlights the challenges faced by settlers as they navigated unfamiliar lands. Abraham Ortelius' engraved Azores map from around 1584 provides an intriguing glimpse into one of Europe's most important maritime regions. The accuracy and precision displayed on this map demonstrate advancements made in cartography during this age. Oronce Fine's world map from 1531 presents a fascinating perspective on global geography at that time. Its inclusion of newly discovered lands reflects how explorers were continuously pushing boundaries and uncovering previously unknown territories. Juan Vespucci's world map from 1526, based on his uncle Amerigo Vespucci's voyages, contributes to our understanding of early European exploration across continents. This significant document sheds light on how discoveries were being disseminated throughout Europe. The Cantino World Map from 1502 reveals Western half geographical knowledge at that time, showcasing Portuguese discoveries along with other European nations' contributions to expanding geographic understanding. A seventeenth-century New World map illustrates how Europeans gradually began comprehending the vastness and diversity present within these uncharted lands. It serves as a reminder that every voyage brought forth new information about these mysterious territories. A Map of Europe dating back to 1700 captures political borders amidst shifting alliances during an era marked by territorial disputes among European powers. Such maps played crucial roles in shaping diplomatic negotiations and military strategies alike.