The years between 1450 to 1750 is called the Early Modern Era.
Step-by-step explanation:
During this period, the British were inclined to expand its territorial limits. The emergence of Dutch East India Company and the extension of the Spanish empire occurred during this period and on the whole the imperialism of Europe began.
Apart from the existence maritime empires, there were also large land empires such as Islamic and Ottoman Empire existed. Transoceanic voyages were possible which increased the trade relationships with the west. Global transaction of goods enabled Columbian exchange.