• presentation of the map reproduction without a frame
  • detail of the map from the centre
  • detail of the map from the top left corner
  • detail of the map from the bottom left corner
  • detail of the map from the top right corner
  • detail of the map from the bottom right corner
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Ancient map of Arctic Pole, 1676

SKU:  190998

Ancient map of Arctic Pole, 1676

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The title "Poli Arctici et terrarum Circumiacentium Descriptio Novissima Par Fredericum De Wit, 1676" can be translated to "A Most Recent Description of the Arctic Pole and the Surrounding Lands by Frederick De Wit, 1676" in English. This title indicates that the map was created by the Dutch cartographer Frederick De Wit in 1676 and focuses on the Arctic region and the lands around it.

Frederick De Wit (1629–1706) was a prominent Dutch cartographer and mapmaker during the 17th century. He was born in Gouda, the Netherlands, and became one of the leading figures in the Dutch Golden Age of cartography, a period known for significant advancements in mapmaking and exploration.

De Wit was renowned for his skill in engraving and publishing maps and atlases. He produced a wide range of cartographic works, including maps of continents, regions, and cities, as well as globes and sea charts. His maps were highly regarded for their accuracy and decorative elements, such as elaborate cartouches, decorative borders, and detailed illustrations.

Some of his most notable works include atlases like the "Atlas Maior" and individual maps of various regions and cities. His maps often incorporated the latest geographical information available during his time, making them valuable historical documents.

Frederick De Wit's contributions to cartography and map publishing helped disseminate geographical knowledge and played a significant role in shaping the way the world was represented in maps during the 17th century.

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Materials

Cotton canvas, matte photo paper, fine art paper, pigmented inks.

  • The canvas it's 99 % cotton, 450 gr/sqm;
  • The matte photo paper it's acid-free (archival paper), 190 gr/sqm;
  • The fine art photo paper it's satinated (semi-glossy), 140 gr/sqm.

Shipping & Returns

Dispatching time: 1-2 days.

* AirMail option: The orders will be sent by priority registered mail, usually via client National Post (USPS, Canada Post, Royal Mail, LaPoste, Deutsche Post, PostNL, etc). The delivery times are not guaranteed, sometimes it will take longer and these are beyond our control. Tracking number will be provided. Clients from US and Canada cannot track the parcels as the tracking numbers are not rolled in USPS and Canada Post systems.

* UPS standard: The orders will be sent with UPS expedited option. The delivery time it's between 5-11 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

* UPS express: : The orders will be sent with UPS express saver. The delivery time it's between 4-7 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

Framing tips

Both type of materials, paper and canvas prints come rolled and will be need to be taken to your local framers.

The image it's printed with a border of 0.6 " (1.5 cm), for framing purposes only.

If you have already a frame, be sure you send us the exact size of the print that will fit inside the frame. We're printing on vectorial plotters so the size could slightly be more or less with 0.4" (1 cm).

If you plan to have the canvas print stretched on wooden frame, you'll need additional border, so please let us know after placing the order.

The images above was cropped from the image at the biggest size available (keeping the best quality and aspect /ratio), so, for good details please choose biggest dimensions that will suit your preferences / space.

Care Instructions

The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.

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