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Poster Print : Fool's Cap World Map, c.1590 (hand-coloured engraving on off-white paper, with inscriptions in iron gall ink)
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Fool's Cap World Map, c.1590 (hand-coloured engraving on off-white paper, with inscriptions in iron gall ink)
1217928 Fool's Cap World Map, c.1590 (hand-coloured engraving on off-white paper, with inscriptions in iron gall ink) by Unknown Artist, (16th century); 49.7x38.8 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Anonymous, Northern); © Ashmolean Museum
Media ID 33084670
© © Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
16th Badges Bells Earth Fool Jester Messages Parody Quotes Westernart Nothern
18x24 inch Poster Print
Discover the captivating allure of history with our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring the Fool's Cap World Map, c.1590. This intriguing hand-coloured engraving, sourced from Bridgeman Images through Fine Art Finder, showcases an intriguing depiction of the world as it was known during the 16th century. With meticulous attention to detail, the map is rendered on off-white paper and features inscriptions in iron gall ink. Transport yourself back in time and adorn your walls with this stunning piece of historical artistry.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. 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.
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 photograph showcases the Fool's Cap World Map, a remarkable piece of art from the 16th century. The hand-coloured engraving on off-white paper, adorned with inscriptions in iron gall ink, exudes an air of mystery and intrigue. Created by an unknown artist hailing from the Northern region, this map measures 49.7x38.8 cm and is proudly displayed at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford. The Fool's Cap World Map is a whimsical masterpiece that seamlessly blends cartography with elements of parody and courtly humor. Adorned with intricate details and symbols such as bells, badges, and quotes, it offers a unique perspective on the world during that era. As we delve into this image, we are transported to a time when jesters roamed royal courts entertaining their audiences through wit and satire. This map serves as both a geographical representation of our planet Earth and a playful commentary on society. Through its clever design and artistic execution, this print invites us to explore not only physical landscapes but also the complexities of human nature itself. It reminds us that even within serious subjects like geography or cartography lies room for creativity and imagination. With each glance at this Fool's Cap World Map, we discover new layers of meaning concealed within its carefully crafted engravings. It stands as a testament to the power of art to transcend time while simultaneously capturing glimpses into historical periods long gone by.
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