Johannes Ratelband

Johannes Ratelband (1715–1793) was a Dutch map publisher and cartographer based in Amsterdam during the 18th century. Though relatively obscure compared to some of his contemporaries, Ratelband produced a variety of maps and atlases that contributed to cartographic knowledge at the time. His works include detailed regional maps such as those of South America and Europe, often characterized by their accuracy and artistic engraving quality. Ratelband’s maps are valued for their historical geographic content and their role in the Dutch tradition of map publishing during the Enlightenment period.