1661/1708 Solis Circa Orbem Terrarum Spiralis RevolutioBy: Andreas Cellarius pub. by Valk & Schenk Date: 1661 1708 (published) Amsterdam Original Size: 17 x 20 inches (43 x 51 cm) Beautiful fine print reproduction of a celestial chart by Andreas Cellarius, showing the ancient theory that the sun moved around the earth in a spiraling path, as derived by classical astronomy. Its pattern was believed to repeat each year, causing the seasons to change according to its movement. As well as the detailed

it’s easy to see that the streets have not changed

This is a spectacular reproduction of an exceptional and highly desired map which was originally published by Jodocus Hondius in 1606

Date: 1892 (Published) Boston

Eighty places of interest are noted throughout the map

Such horrid and demonic representations of unknown people helped legitimize the general harsh treatment and annihilation of indigenous tribes that inhabited much of the unknown world

Original Size: 17

An exceptional view of a most unique city during a very exciting time in history

The title cartouche pays homage to the importance of this trade by showing a group of merchants sitting around their cargo

olim Palestina recens delineate

75 x 30 inches (55 x 76 cm)

MONTEREY CALIFORNIA located bottom left of the image

By: Edwin Olsen & Blake Clark