World - World in the early 16th century; Petrus Kaerius & Abraham Goos - Terrestial Globe [replica] - 1601-1620

The terrestrial globe replica from the early 17th century by Petrus Kaerius and Abraham Goos is representative of the period's advances in understanding the Earth's geography. Globes from 1601 to 1620 were essential tools for navigation, education, and scientific inquiry, reflecting the era's expanding knowledge due to exploration. Kaerius and Goos were noted Dutch cartographers and globe makers whose works exemplify the craftsmanship and geographical scholarship of the Dutch Golden Age. These globes often portrayed the known world with stylistic elements and sometimes included decorative cartouches or mythological figures, making them prized objects for scholars and collectors alike.