Old Map of America by Walton, 1658: California as Island, Mythical Strait, Carte-à-Figures Style 36x22max100min20 Such a palette

Such a palette

The shaded relief technique brings the terrain to life

including Trinity

The map shows Russia overlaid onto the US

this map is more than a navigational tool

Old Map of America by Walton, 1658: California as Island, Mythical Strait, Carte-à-Figures Style 36x22max100min20 Such a paletteEmbark on a journey through time with "A New, Plaine and Exact Map of America," a masterpiece crafted by the esteemed Robert Walton in 1658. This captivating map is a quintessential example of the carte figures style, a decorative approach that frames the map with artistic portrayals of native peoples and bustling cityscapes. Walton's creation is a testament to the age of exploration, reflecting the curiosity and ambition of 17th century Europe as it