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Poster Print : WORLD MAP, 1641. Engraved map of the world by Henricus Hondius, 1641
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WORLD MAP, 1641. Engraved map of the world by Henricus Hondius, 1641
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Media ID 6617337
1641 Baroque Earth Eastern Geography Globe Hemisphere Hondius Science Western World Henricus
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Step back in time with our vintage World Map print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating piece, created by Henricus Hondius in 1641, showcases an intricately detailed and historically accurate representation of the world as it was known during the 17th century. With the enchanting allure of old maps, this print is not just a decorative addition to your space, but a window into the past. Bring history to life in your home or office with the World Map, 1641 by Henricus Hondius from Media Storehouse."
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
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 a remarkable piece of history - the "WORLD MAP, 1641". Engraved by the talented cartographer Henricus Hondius in the year 1641, this map offers a fascinating glimpse into how people perceived and understood the world during the Baroque period. The intricately detailed engraving depicts both the eastern and western hemispheres, providing an invaluable snapshot of global geography from that era. It is evident that Hondius poured his expertise into every inch of this masterpiece, as he meticulously captured various continents, countries, oceans, and even smaller islands with utmost precision. As we gaze upon this vintage map, it becomes apparent just how much our understanding of Earth has evolved over time. The absence of certain territories or inaccuracies in size and shape remind us that knowledge was limited back then. Yet it also serves as a testament to human curiosity and determination to explore beyond known boundaries. The Granger Collection has done an exceptional job preserving this historical artifact through their high-quality photo print. This piece would make an excellent addition to any collection dedicated to world maps or antique prints. Its presence can transport viewers back centuries ago when exploration was at its peak and scientific discoveries were reshaping our perception of existence on Earth. Let us cherish this extraordinary engraving by Henricus Hondius as a reminder of our ever-evolving understanding of science, geography, and humanity's quest for knowledge about our vast planet.
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