Pieter Dirkszoon van der Keere was a Dutch cartographer and engraver active in the early 17th century. He is best known for his detailed maps and atlases, which contributed to the understanding of geography during the Age of Exploration. His work often included decorative elements and illustrations, making his maps both functional and visually appealing. Van der Keere was born around 1571 and worked in various European cities, including Amsterdam and London. His notable works include the Atlas Minor, which featured maps of different regions and was widely used by scholars and navigators of his time.