Double Hemisphere Map of the World, 1587 - Gerardus Mercator
Double Hemisphere Map of the World, 1587 - Gerardus Mercator
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Double-hemisphere historical world map created by Gerardus Mercator in 1587.
The map shows the two hemispheres with the outlines of the continents as they were known at the time.
In particular, it also includes the division into parallels and meridians.
Below the maps is a description of the world written in Latin.
Gerardus Mercator, born Gerhard Kremer in Dutch, Latinized as Gerardus Mercator (Rupelmonde, March 5, 1512 – Duisburg, December 2, 1594), was a Flemish mathematician, astronomer, and cartographer.
He is famous for his studies in cartography and for inventing a cartographic projection system known as the "Mercator projection."
Feel history at your fingertips
Our reproductions are faithful to the original and printed on precious Amalfi paper.
It is a paper made exclusively from cotton fibers, thick and naturally porous, yet soft to the touch, with characteristic frayed edges that attest to its artisanal craftsmanship.
It is still made today according to ancient medieval techniques in the workshops of Amalfi.
Materials of sublime quality
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Amalfi Paper
Thick, porous, with typical frayed edges -
Handcrafted frame
Made of fine wood, hand-mounted -
Museum glass
The same ultra-clear glass used in museums
Unique quality material
Printed on handmade Amalfi paper
Sheet size: 40 x 30 cm
With frame: 43 x 33 cm
Material: artwork printed on precious handmade Amalfi paper with frayed edges
Frame: Light brown, handmade beech wood and wood pulp
