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Fine Art Print : Flat Earth map of the world showing it to be a plane
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Flat Earth map of the world showing it to be a plane
A MAP OF THE WORLD SHOWING IT TO BE A PLANE - and those of us who suppose it to be a globe are clearly mistaken. Date: 1893
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover a unique perspective of the world with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a captivating Flat Earth map from 1893. This intriguing representation of the world, obtained from Rights Managed at Mary Evans Prints Online, challenges the commonly held belief of a globular Earth. Add an element of intrigue and conversation to your space with this thought-provoking piece of historical cartography.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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
1. Title: A Map of the World Showing It to Be a Plane: Correcting the Misconception of a Globular Earth (1893) 2. Description: This antique print, hailing from the year 1893, presents an intriguing alternative perspective of our world. Contrary to the widely-accepted belief in a globular Earth, this map asserts that the Earth is, in fact, a plane. The natural phenomena depicted on this map aim to challenge the notion of a spherical planet that has long been instilled in our collective consciousness. 3. Background: In the late 19th century, the flat Earth theory was not yet a relic of the past. This map, produced in 1893, is a testament to the ongoing debate between proponents of the flat Earth and those who believed in a spherical Earth. The flat Earth theory, which holds that the Earth is a flat, disc-shaped plane, has been a subject of fascination and controversy for centuries. 4. Features: The map showcases various geographical features, including continents, oceans, and bodies of water, all represented in a two-dimensional plane. The map also includes illustrations of celestial bodies, such as the sun, moon, and stars, which further emphasize the flat Earth theory. 5. Significance: This map serves as a reminder of the rich history of scientific inquiry and the importance of questioning established beliefs. Despite being proven incorrect by modern scientific evidence, the flat Earth theory continues to intrigue and fascinate people, demonstrating the enduring human curiosity about the natural world. 6. Conclusion: This print, produced in 1893, offers a glimpse into the past when the flat Earth theory was still a viable alternative explanation for the shape of our world. While the scientific consensus now supports a spherical Earth, this map serves as a reminder of the importance of questioning assumptions and exploring alternative perspectives.
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