The author is Johannes van Keulen, a Dutch cartographer who established his business in Amsterdam in 1680 and quickly gained a reputation for producing highly accurate and detailed sea charts. His work played a significant role in the development of Dutch maritime cartography. Van Keulen's sea chart of the Bahamas Channel is a prime example of his expertise and the quality of his craftsmanship. 

The Bahamas Channel, located between the southeastern coast of Florida, the Bahamas, and the northern coast of Cuba, was a crucial passage for ships traveling between the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. The accurate mapping of this region was essential for the safe navigation of their fleets and the successful execution of their colonial and trade ambitions.

Furthermore, the chart exhibits the blending of artistic and scientific elements typical of Dutch cartography at the time. The map's elaborate cartouche and ornamental flourishes, and compass roses speak to the cultural and aesthetic values of the period, while the meticulous attention to geographical detail demonstrates the chart's practical utility.

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