Danckers, Justus. Novi Belgii. Amsterdam, c. 1684. [New England] Architectural Views Chicago: Rand McNally

Chicago: Rand McNally

the colors are the same in both sexes

sumptuous palette of the original painting

twenty years after its first purchase of his art

the map provides insight into the historical context of the era

Danckers, Justus. Novi Belgii. Amsterdam, c. 1684. [New England] Architectural Views Chicago: Rand McNallyJustus Danckers Novi Belgii Amsterdam, c. 1684 20" x 24" This important late 17th century map depicts Novi Belgii, the region of New Netherland in North America, encompassing parts of present day New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. Created during a period of intense colonial competition, the map reflects the Dutch legacy in the region even after the English had taken control in 1664. Danckertss map highlights key settlements such as