Gerardus Mercator's Map of Europe Print

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Framed Print of Gerardus Mercator, Map of Europe

Mercator's map of Europe shows a clear water passage to the north of the landmass: the northeast sea passage that many explorers hoped would lead them to the East. They did not yet appreciate the icy conditions that prevail for most of the year nor the vast ice-cap of the polar region. The existence of a great continent north of Asia (here named Terrae Polaris Pars) was disproved by the Swedish explorer Nils Nordenskjold only in 1878-79. Iceland, Greenland and the Faroes are marked, but also a mythical Frislant Island. What is probably Baffin Island, discovered in 1615-16 by the English explorer William Baffin, is labelled "Part of America". © New York Public Library / Science Source

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Embark on a journey through time with our 'Gerardus Mercator, Map of Europe' framed print. This beautifully crafted piece shows the iconic map created by Gerardus Mercator in 1569, which captivated explorers with its promise of a shortcut to the East via the fabled Northeast Sea Passage. Bring a touch of history and adventure into your home or office with this artwork.

A 16th-century treasure from the New York Public Library, this print of Gerardus Mercator's Map of Europe offers a fascinating glimpse into the cartographer's vision.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.1cm x 15.3cm (7.1" x 6")

Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")