Boldly engraved chart of the polar region to 50° N. presents the latest discoveries and routes of numerous explorers during their attempts to find a Northwest and Northeast Passage, including James, Hudson and Barentz. Baffin and Hudson Bays are shown in a rather narrow configuration. Novaya Zemlya is shown correctly on the map as an island, but shown as a peninsula in a small inset with a disclaimer by Moll. The only note on the Pacific coast is that of the Str. of Annian. A second inset shows a north polar projection with the island of California, and notes regarding the destinations of explorers who were searching for a northern passage to Asia.

References: Kershaw #399.

Condition: B+

A crisp impression on a bright sheet with minor extraneous creasing at center that has been pressed flat. The top margin has been extended to better accommodate framing.