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De Wits Atlas of 1689
The known World in the late 17th Century. Map of the world taken from the World Atlas of Frederick de Wit, dated 1689. The map is shown as a Fournier projection, the most common of the day, with seperate polar plots. The map shows the extent of contemporary exploration, and some of its errors (California is shown as an island, for example). The map is surrounded by allegorical scenes depicting the rewards of exploration and its pitfalls (reclining man being violently sick near bottom left). There are also references to zodiacal persons and creatures
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Media ID 6349187
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A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history of cartography with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. This exquisite piece showcases the De Wit Atlas of 1689 from Science Photo Library. A captivating representation of the known world during the late 17th century, this map, taken from Frederick de Wit's World Atlas, is depicted in the Fournier projection - the most common mapping technique of the time. Bring a piece of historical cartography into your home or office and transport yourself back in time with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.8cm x 42cm (19.2" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the renowned De Wits Atlas of 1689, offering a glimpse into the known world during the late 17th century. The map, derived from Frederick de Wit's World Atlas, is presented in a Fournier projection - an immensely popular cartographic technique at that time - featuring separate polar plots. As we explore this historical artifact, it becomes evident that while it accurately depicts contemporary exploration efforts, it also reveals some intriguing errors of its era. Notably, California is depicted as an isolated island rather than part of mainland North America. Surrounding the map are allegorical scenes that vividly illustrate both the rewards and pitfalls associated with exploration. Amongst these depictions lies a reclining man who appears to be violently ill near the bottom left corner—a poignant reminder of the perils faced by those venturing into uncharted territories. Furthermore, scattered throughout this remarkable piece are references to zodiacal persons and creatures—symbolic representations that add depth and intrigue to our understanding of early cartography. As we delve into this mesmerizing image capturing centuries-old knowledge and scientific advancements in mapping techniques, we gain insight into how our perception of Earth has evolved over time. This photograph serves as a testament to humanity's insatiable curiosity about our planet's vast mysteries and highlights the significant role played by maps in unraveling them.
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