Kaart van het Eiland Nieuw-Guinea 1853

This 1853 map of New Guinea, titled “Kaart van het Eiland Nieuw-Guinea”, was created by Dutch cartographer F. Cronenberg. The detailed map displays the coastline of the island and its surrounding waters, including the many inlets, bays, and islands. The topography is represented with shading, indicating mountains and other features. It is now housed in the Rijksmuseum. This map is a valuable historical document, revealing the state of knowledge about New Guinea in the mid-19th century. The map provides a snapshot of the exploration and cartography of this region during a pivotal period of European colonization and scientific discovery.