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Oronce Fines world map, 1531
Oronce Fines world map. Map of the worlds northern and southern hemispheres by the French mathematician and cartographer Oronce Fine (1494-1555). Published in 1531 as A New and Complete Description of the World, this is a double polar cordiform (heart-shaped) projection. It shows an unknown southern continent, Terra Australis, and excludes most of the Americas. The text box names the publisher (Hermannus Venraed), gives Fines Latin name (Orontius Fineus), and mentions the Ancient Greek geographers (Ptolemy, Eudoxus, and Erastothenes), whose accounts Fine had tried to reconcile with the new discoveries being made
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1500s 16th Century Africa African Age Of Discovery Antarctic Arctic Cartographic Cartography Continent Continental Continents French Global Heart Shaped Latin Mediaeval Medieval Middle Ages North Pole Northern Hemisphere Polar Projection Ptolemy South Pole Southern Hemisphere Text World World Wide Writing 1531 Oronce Fine Terra Australis
14"x11" (28x35cm) Metal Print
Discover history with our stunning Metal Prints featuring the Oronce Fine World Map from Science Photo Library. Dated back to 1531, this captivating map, created by the French mathematician and cartographer Oronce Fine, showcases the northern and southern hemispheres in intricate detail. Bring this piece of cartographic history into your home or office with our high-quality Metal Prints, which not only preserve the vibrant colors and fine lines of the original map but also add a modern and sophisticated touch to any space. Each Metal Print is carefully crafted using premium metal sheets and advanced printing techniques, ensuring a long-lasting and eye-catching display. Travel back in time and explore the world as it was known over 500 years ago with our Oronce Fine World Map Metal Print.
Our Metal Prints feature rounded corners and rear fixings for easy wall mounting. Images are directly printed onto a lightweight, high quality 5mm thick, durable metallic surface for a vivid and vibrant finish. Available in 2 sizes, 28x35cm (14x11) and 50x40cm (20x16). The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases Oronce Fine's remarkable world map from 1531. Created by the French mathematician and cartographer, this intricate piece titled "A New and Complete Description of the World" offers a unique perspective on Earth's northern and southern hemispheres. The map is presented in a double polar cordiform (heart-shaped) projection, adding an artistic touch to its scientific accuracy. Fine's masterpiece reveals both familiar and unfamiliar elements of our planet. While it accurately depicts Africa, Asia, Europe, and parts of the Arctic region, it intriguingly includes an unknown southern continent called Terra Australis. Notably absent are most of the Americas, highlighting the limited knowledge about these lands during that era. The accompanying text box provides valuable information about this historical artifact. It mentions Hermannus Venraed as the publisher while sharing Fine's Latin name: Orontius Fineus. Additionally, it acknowledges ancient Greek geographers such as Ptolemy, Eudoxus, and Erastothenes whose accounts influenced Fine's work as he sought to reconcile their teachings with new discoveries. This photograph not only captures a significant moment in cartographic history but also serves as a testament to humanity's thirst for knowledge during the Age of Discovery. With its meticulous details and rich symbolism represented through artistry and science alike, this image invites us to reflect upon our ever-evolving understanding of our vast world throughout different periods in time.
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