Johannes Janssonius (1588 - 1664)
1588Arnhem, The Netherlands1664-07-11Amsterdam, The NetherlandsThe Netherlands
Johannes Janssonius
Johannes Janssonius was a Dutch cartographer, printer and publisher.
In 1616 Janssonius created his first maps of France and Italy, and every year he expanded and improved their publishing. The so-called "Great Atlas" already numbered eleven volumes. The editions were printed in Dutch, Latin, French and German.
Date and place of birt: | 1588, Arnhem, The Netherlands |
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Date and place of death: | 11 july 1664, Amsterdam, The Netherlands |
Nationality: | The Netherlands |
Period of activity: | XVII century |
Specialization: | Cartographer |