Inhabited Spaces
This layer contains the places where people lived, in either permanent or temporary settlements. The settlements represented include both indigenous and colonial presences. A representation of these two type of settlements could give Spanish readers of the map a better sense of what land was still 'available,' and a stronger understanding of the socio-political dynamics at play in different regions.
Markers of Human Influence
Here are markers, both literal (cities) and decorative (ships) of human influence on the landscape of New England. The markers note both colonist and Native American influence on the land.
Novi Belgii Novaeque Angliae nec non partis Virginiae tabula : multis in locis emenda
Includes decorative cartouche and inset view: Nieuw Amsterdam op t eylant Manhattans.
1 map : hand col. ; 47 x 55 cm. - Relief shown pictorially. "Cum privil. ordin. general. Belgii Foederati." Fourth state, according to Burden. Appears in author's Atlas minor sive geographia compendiosa. Includes decorative cartouche and inset view: Nieuw Amsterdam op t eylant Manhattans.
Visscher, Nicolaum
[ca 1684?]
hand col. ; 47 x 55 cm.
Latin; Dutch
Map layer 4 - Fortifications and Colonies
Containing areas of settlement, this layer is fascinating because when isolated, it more clearly suggests purposes behind the accumulated locations. These reasons may include aesthetic preferences or for strategic (military or for trade) uses.
Major cities and towns; major rivers
Major cities and towns are marked with large pink stars; major rivers are marked in blue and labeled.