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World Map 1587
Mercators projection, with parallel latitudinals, mentioning recent navigations such as Magellan
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Media ID 595476
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1587 Magellan Maps Parallel Projection Ptolemy Recent Mentioning Navigations
18x24 inch Poster Print
Discover the rich history of global exploration with our stunning World Map 1587 print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating poster showcases the intricate Mercator projection, featuring parallel latitudinals that allow for easy navigation. Delve into the fascinating details of this iconic map, which marks significant recent navigations, including the groundbreaking voyages of Magellan and other intrepid explorers. Transport yourself back in time and add an inspiring touch to any room with this beautifully detailed and historically significant poster print.
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning print captures a piece of history with the World Map from 1587, showcasing Mercator's projection and parallel latitudinals. The map not only provides a detailed look at the world during that time period but also mentions recent navigations such as Magellan's famous voyage. This particular map is a fascinating blend of both ancient and modern knowledge, drawing on influences from Ptolemy while also incorporating new discoveries.
The intricate details on this map offer a glimpse into how people viewed the world centuries ago, highlighting important trade routes, geographical features, and political boundaries. It serves as a reminder of how far cartography has come since then, yet still retains its charm and historical significance.
With Mercator's projection providing an accurate representation of the Earth's surface, viewers can appreciate the level of detail and precision that went into creating this masterpiece. The inclusion of Magellan's navigations adds another layer of intrigue to the map, reminding us of the brave explorers who ventured into uncharted territories in search of new lands.
Overall, this print from Mary Evans Picture Library is not just a beautiful piece of art but also a valuable historical artifact that tells a story about our past exploration and understanding of the world around us.
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