"Insula D. Helenae sacra coeli clementia et aequabilitate…", Bry, Theodore de

This elaborate profile view shows the small Atlantic island of St. Helena with Linschoten's fleet of ships in the foreground. The island was an important re-fueling stop for ships in the South Atlantic providing fresh water, fruit and meat to the early explorers. Two large strapwork cartouches feature the Portuguese coat-of-arms and a dedication to the Fugger family of merchants and financiers. It is further embellished with a very fine compass rose that orients the view with north in the lower left corner.

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Condition: B+

Lightly toned with a pair of small worm holes, one of which is in the image (on the island just below the ship at left).