Linschoten Collection

Hugo Linschoten - Cartographer

Fusta, illustration from Jan Huyghen van Linschoten
618143 Fusta, illustration from Jan Huyghen van Linschoten, His Discourse of Voyages into the East and West Indies, 1579-92 (coloured engraving) by Doetechum, Johannes Baptista van

Portuguese dignitary or nobleman in India, 1596 (engraving)
3744536 Portuguese dignitary or nobleman in India, 1596 (engraving) by Doetechum, Johannes Baptista van, the Younger (c.1560-1630); Private Collection; (add.info.: from Itinerario)

Itinerarium. World map with costumes, natives, ships, plants and animals, 1644. Creator
Itinerarium. World map with costumes, natives, ships, plants and animals, 1644. Private Collection

Market in Goa, India, 1599. A print from Jan Huyghen van Linschoten s, Navigatio in Orientem, Frankfurt, 1599

Settlement in Russian Lapland, 1594
Settlement in Russian Lapland in 1594, showing meat and fish being preserved. After Jan Huyghen van Linschoten Voyagie van by Noorden om langes Noorwegen de Noortcaep, Laplant. 1601. Engraving

Lords Montfoort Memorial Tablet Memorial table
The Lords of Montfoort, Memorial Tablet for the Lords of Montfoort, Memorial table of the Lords of Montfoort. On the left, Mary sits with the Christ child on a throne

STRAITS OF MAGELLAN, 1598. The Straits of Magellan as reproduced in John Wolfes Linschoten, published 1598, London, England

A Chinese Junk, illustration from Jan Huyghen van Linschoten, His Discourse
XZL151581 A Chinese Junk, illustration from Jan Huyghen van Linschoten, His Discourse of Voyages into the East and West Indies, 1579-92 (engraving) by Doetechum, Johannes Baptista van

Boats in Goa, illustration from Jan Hughen van Linschoten, His Discourse of
XZL151582 Boats in Goa, illustration from Jan Hughen van Linschoten, His Discourse of Voyages into the East and West Indies, 1579-92 (engraving) by Doetechum, Johannes Baptista van

Samoyed archers in clothes made of animal skins. Engraving after an illustration in Voyagie ja van by Noorden omlanges Noorwegen de Noortcaep, Laplant ja by Jan Huyghen van Linschoten (Franeker, 1601)

Jan Van Linschoten
JAN HUYGHEN van LINSCHOTEN Dutch traveller in Asia

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Hugo Linschoten, a renowned cartographer, left an indelible mark on the world of exploration and navigation. His contributions to the field are still celebrated today. In his famous work "Itinerarium, " he meticulously documented various regions, including Fusta, Goa in India, and even Russian Lapland. Linschoten's illustrations from Jan Huyghen van Linschoten's works provide us with a glimpse into the diverse cultures and landscapes encountered during these expeditions. From Portuguese dignitaries in India to Chinese junks sailing through Goan waters, his detailed depictions transport us back to those fascinating times. One of Linschoten's notable achievements was mapping the Straits of Magellan accurately. This crucial navigational route became widely known thanks to John Wolfe's reproduction of Linschoten's work. The map not only aided sailors but also ignited curiosity about uncharted territories. In addition to his cartographic endeavors, Linschoten is remembered for memorializing Lords Montfoort through a remarkable tablet. This tribute stands as a testament to their shared passion for exploration and discovery. Linschoten's legacy extends beyond maps; he also shed light on indigenous peoples' lives through his illustrations. Engravings depicting Samoyed archers wearing animal skin clothing offer valuable insights into their culture and way of life. Jan Van Linschoten continued Hugo's work by publishing "His Discourse, " further expanding our knowledge about distant lands like Goa and its bustling marketplaces filled with vibrant colors and exotic goods. The name "Linschoten" has become synonymous with adventure, discovery, and an insatiable thirst for knowledge that continues to inspire explorers today.