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Mappa Mundi by La Cosa in 1500
Mappa Mundi by La Cosa in 1500. This map, the first to show America, was created in 1500 by the Spanish sailor Juan de La Cosa. He owned the Santa Maria, the ship used by Christopher Columbus in his exploration of America, and accompanied Columbus on his first two voyages. The original is held in the Museo Naval, Madrid, Spain. Taken from A Book of Discovery, by M.B.Synge, 1912
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1500s 16th Century Cartography Exploration Globe Madrid New World Old World Survey World 1500 Historic Map Juan De La Cosa Mappa Mundi
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 21.5cm (15.6" x 8.5")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the remarkable "Mappa Mundi" by La Cosa in 1500, a groundbreaking map that forever changed our understanding of the world. Crafted by Juan de La Cosa, a skilled Spanish sailor who sailed alongside Christopher Columbus on his momentous voyages, this map holds immense historical significance. Intriguingly, this masterpiece is recognized as the first-ever depiction of America. Created at a time when exploration and discovery were reshaping humanity's perception of the Earth, La Cosa's map offers an invaluable glimpse into the evolving knowledge of geography during the 16th century. The original "Mappa Mundi" finds its home in Madrid's Museo Naval, where it stands as a testament to mankind's insatiable curiosity and thirst for exploration. Its intricate details and meticulous cartography provide an extraordinary window into both the old world and new world perspectives of that era. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing image captured by Science Photo Library, we are transported back to a time when intrepid sailors like Juan de La Cosa fearlessly ventured across uncharted waters in search of new horizons. This photograph not only celebrates their audacious spirit but also serves as a reminder of how far we have come in unraveling our planet's mysteries through centuries of scientific progress and relentless human endeavor.
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