Blaeu Willem Janszoon Collection

Map of the surroundings of Zandvliet, 1642. Creator: Willem Blaeu
Map of the surroundings of Zandvliet, 1642. The north on the left, the borders coloured, cities, buildings and flags indicated. At the top left Explanation of the symbols on the map

Map of Brabant, 1631. Creator: Willem Blaeu
Map of Brabant, 1631. Map of the Duchy of Brabant. At the bottom right the scale in German miles. Bottom left the title between sphinxes, above it the coat of arms and woman with staff

Map of the Strait of Magellan, 1635-1664. Creator: Willem Blaeu
Map of the Strait of Magellan, 1635-1664. At the top right a coat of arms

Map of Brabant, 1635. Creator: Michael van Langren
Map of Brabant, 1635. Prima pars Brabantiae cuius caput Lovanivm'. Top right: a coat of arms; bottom right: title in a cartouche with King David playing the harp

Map of the area between Bergen op Zoom and Steenbergen, 1630. Creator: Franciscus van Schooten
Map of the area between Bergen op Zoom and Steenbergen, 1630. Tabula Bergarum ad Zomam Stenbergae'. Showing fortresses, trees, hills, harbours, areas susceptible to flooding

The Rhinoceros, after 1620. Creator: Albrecht Durer
The Rhinoceros, after 1620

The Duchy of Monferrato, Map by Willem Blaeu, Amsterdam, Copper engraving, 1647
Cartography, Italy, 17th century. The Duchy of Monferrato. Map by Willem Blaeu, Amsterdam, 1647. Copper engraving

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Blaeu Willem Janszoon was a renowned Dutch cartographer and publisher who lived during the 17th century. His detailed maps and atlases were highly sought after by explorers, merchants, and scholars alike. Blaeu's work was known for its accuracy and artistic beauty, featuring elaborate illustrations of ships, sea monsters, and exotic landscapes. Born in Amsterdam in 1571, Blaeu learned the art of mapmaking from his father before establishing his own successful publishing business. He produced some of the most important maps of his time, including a world atlas that showcased the latest discoveries from around the globe. Blaeu's influence extended far beyond Europe; his maps were used by navigators exploring new trade routes to Asia and America. His meticulous attention to detail earned him a reputation as one of the greatest cartographers of his era. Today, Blaeu Willem Janszoon's legacy lives on through his beautifully crafted maps that continue to be treasured by collectors and historians worldwide. His contributions to geography have left an indelible mark on our understanding of the world during the Age of Exploration.