Lot 1061

Jansson - Map of Southwest America (Mexico, California) [Nova Hispania, et Nova Galicia]

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Jansson - Map of Southwest America (Mexico, California) [Nova Hispania, et Nova Galicia]

Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000

Current Bid: $300

(1 Bid)

by Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
June 20, 2026 9:00 AM CDT
Live Auction
115 Hampsted Lane
Franklin, TN, US 37069

This handsome map of southwestern North America focused on Mexico and California is entitled Nova Hispania, et Nova Galicia. This map was published first published by Jan Jansson in Arnhem, in 1636, while this particular copy appears in the French edition published between 1652 and 1658, as can be shown through the text on verso.

Many major cities in southwest Mexico are depicted on this map, including modern-day Mexico City, Guadalajara, Compostela, etc. The map. The wonderfully designed cartouche includes the Spanish Habsburg coat of arms. This map gives modern readers insight as to which Mexican cities were primary in the 17th century.

Jan Janssonius (also known as Johann or Jan Jansson or Janszoon) (1588-1664) was part of an important family of Dutch publishers, printers, and booksellers. They were responsible for many important publications. Jan Jansson was a noted geographer in his own right. He married the daughter of another prominent mapmaker, Jodocus Hondius, and also worked with her brothers Henricus & Jodocus II.

  • Dimensions: ~ 20" by 15 1/4" (Fold Out)
  • Literature: Nova Hispania, et Nova Galicia
  • Medium: Engraving with Professional Hand-coloring
  • Circa: 1652-1658
  • Condition: The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. The engraving has been flattened, som possible prefessional restoration. There may be some faint offset due to the fold out nature of the plate. There may be a few minor imperfections or faint marks to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions.

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