{"product_id":"rare-early-map-of-north-america-by-moll-1733-california-island-trade-routes-ports","title":"Rare Early Map of North America by Moll, 1733: California Island, Trade Routes, Ports","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"To The Right Honorable John Lord Sommers...This Map of North America According To Ye Newest and Most Exact Observations\" is a captivating creation by the esteemed cartographer Herman Moll. Crafted in 1733, this map offers a glimpse into the British perspective of North America during the early 18th century. Moll, known for his detailed and decorative cartography, was deeply embedded in the world of exploration and navigation. His friendships with British privateers and his interest in maritime routes are evident in the meticulous detailing of trade winds and treasure fleet routes across the Atlantic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe map stretches from the icy expanses of Greenland to the sun-drenched Caribbean, encompassing the vastness of North America and its neighboring waters. It features the colonial boundaries of British, French, and Spanish territories, reflecting the geopolitical tensions and aspirations of the era. Moll’s depiction of California as an island and the mythical \"Long River\" are testaments to the cartographic myths that intrigued and misled explorers and mapmakers of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich in decorative elements, the map includes a vibrant vignette of fishermen engaged in the lucrative codfish trade along Newfoundland's shores. This industry, second only to Virginia's tobacco crop, was a significant source of wealth for the British. The left side of the map is adorned with a grand cartouche, featuring figures of Native Americans and Inuit, symbolizing the continent's diverse cultures and untapped treasures. These artistic embellishments add a layer of visual intrigue and historical context to Moll’s work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInset maps of key American ports such as Boston, New York, and Charleston highlight the burgeoning urban centers of the New World. These insets, along with plans of strategic locations like Havana and Veracruz, underscore the commercial and strategic importance of these cities in trans-Atlantic trade and colonial expansion. The inclusion of these ports reflects Moll’s awareness of the vital role they played in the economic and political landscape of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHerman Moll’s map is not just a geographical representation but a narrative of exploration, commerce, and colonial ambition. It captures the imagination with its blend of fact and fiction, offering a window into the past where the known world met the unknown. The map’s historical significance and artistic beauty make it a cherished piece for collectors and history enthusiasts alike, embodying the spirit of an era defined by discovery and adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCities and towns on this map\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnited States\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew York\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoston\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharleston\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSt. John's\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJamaica\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKingston\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCuba\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHavana\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePanama\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePortobello\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMexico\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVeracruz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcapulco\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColombia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartagena\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotable Features \u0026amp; Landmarks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInset Maps:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plans of ports such as St. John's, Boston, New York, Charleston, Port Royal \u0026amp; Kingston, Havana, Portobello, Veracruz, Cartagena, and Acapulco.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vignette of fishermen catching cod, decorative cartouche with figures and treasures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBodies of Water:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hudson's Bay, Gulf of Mexico, Western Ocean, South Sea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colonial boundaries of British, French, and Spanish territories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMythical Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e California as an island, Straits of Anian.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrade Routes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tracks of Spanish treasure fleets and exploratory voyages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical and design context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eName of the Map:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"To The Right Honorable John Lord Sommers...This Map of North America According To Ye Newest and Most Exact Observations\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCreation Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1733\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMapmaker\/Publisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herman Moll\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeographic Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extends from Greenland to the Caribbean, including the Pacific coasts and eastward to Ireland.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrade and Navigation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features the trade winds and routes of treasure fleets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColonial Perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reflects British colonial interests and territorial claims.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMythical Geography:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes California as an island and the mythical \"Long River.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign and Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decorative elements with artistic embellishments like the codfish vignette and a large cartouche with Native American and Inuit figures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease double check the images to make sure that a specific town or place is shown on this map. You can also get in touch and ask us to check the map for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis map looks great at every size, but I always recommend going for a larger size if you have space. That way you can easily make out all of the details. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis map looks amazing at sizes all the way up to 100in (250cm). If you are looking for a larger map, please get in touch.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlease note: the labels on this map are hard to read if you order a map that is 20in (50cm) or smaller. 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