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Johannes Janssonius, also known as Jan Jansson, was a Dutch cartographer, printer, and publisher active in seventeenth-century Amsterdam. Through marriage and business ties, he became associated with the Hondius publishing family and competed in the expanding European market for maps and atlases. His firm issued an enlarged multi-volume atlas commonly known as the Atlas Novus, as well as maps, town books, and celestial and maritime works.
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What was Johannes Janssonius's most famous cartographic publication?
Johannes Janssonius was a 17th-century Dutch publisher most famous for his 11-volume *Novus Atlas*, published in 1658. This monumental work was created to compete directly with the rival *Blaeu Atlas Maior*.
Where was Johannes Janssonius's publishing firm located?
His successful map publishing firm was located in Amsterdam, which was the center of the European cartography trade during the Dutch Golden Age. He inherited much of his early plates and business from his father-in-law, Jodocus Hondius.
How did Janssonius compete with the famous Blaeu family?
Janssonius engaged in a fierce, decades-long rivalry with the Blaeu family to dominate the European atlas market. He continuously updated and expanded his atlases to match or exceed the geographical detail of his competitors.
Did Johannes Janssonius also publish sea charts?
Yes, in addition to his massive land atlases, Janssonius published an important book of sea charts titled *Het Licht der Zee-vaert*. These nautical maps were vital for the robust Dutch shipping and trading industry.
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