Map of Tartaria from Mercators Atlas

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The "Map of Tartaria" is a notable historical cartographic work that was included in the Mercator-Hondius Atlas, a collection of maps compiled by the Flemish geographer and cartographer Gerardus Mercator and later expanded by Jodocus Hondius. This map, specifically focusing on the region historically referred to as Tartaria, represents one of the most detailed and expansive depictions of Central Asia, Siberia, and the Far East during the late 16th and early 17th centuries.

Tartaria, or Tartary, was a term used by Europeans to describe the vast territories in Asia extending from the Caspian Sea and the Ural Mountains to the Pacific Ocean. The region was thought to be inhabited by various nomadic peoples, and it was often shrouded in mystery due to the limited knowledge Europeans had of these distant lands.

The "Map of Tartaria" is significant not only for its geographical content but also for its representation of the state of cartographic knowledge and the European perception of Asia at the time. It reflects the synthesis of information gathered from explorers, traders, and other sources available to Mercator and Hondius. The map is adorned with elaborate cartouches, decorative elements, and possibly illustrations of indigenous people and wildlife, which was a common practice in mapmaking of that era to captivate and inform viewers.

Jodocus Hondius acquired the plates of Mercator's Atlas in 1604 and published it with additional maps. The Mercator-Hondius Atlas was widely distributed and influential, contributing to the spread of geographic knowledge during the Age of Discovery. The "Map of Tartaria" within this atlas is an important historical document, providing insight into the evolution of cartography and the European understanding of the world during a pivotal period of exploration and cultural exchange.

The map remains a subject of study for historians of cartography and those interested in the early modern period's perception of Asia. It is a testament to the craftsmanship and ambition of early modern cartographers, whose work laid the groundwork for future generations of mapmakers and explorers.

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