• presentation of the map reproduction without a frame
  • detail of the map from the centre
  • detail of the map from the centre left
  • 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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Old hebrew map of Israel, 1968

SKU:  188453

Old hebrew map of Israel, 1968

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The 1968 Avi-Yonah Map of Israel in Hebrew stands as a magnificent historical artifact. Crafted by the esteemed Israeli cartographer and historian, Michael Avi-Yonah, this map portrays the Israeli borders as they stood shortly after the Six-Day War. Notably, it features intricate depictions of key cities, towns, and notable landmarks across the nation.

This map holds immense significance for several compelling reasons. Primarily, it provides a visual record of Israel's territorial expansion following the Six-Day War. During this pivotal conflict, Israel gained control over the West Bank, the Golan Heights, and the Sinai Peninsula, leading to enduring controversies surrounding these territories.

Furthermore, the map serves as a powerful symbol of Israel's triumph in the Six-Day War. This conflict marked a significant turning point in the Middle East's history, bolstering Israel's military position substantially. It stands as a testament to the nation's resilience and determination in the face of adversity.

Beyond its historical significance, the Avi-Yonah Map is a true masterpiece of artistry. Meticulously crafted, it presents a vivid representation of major cities, towns, and iconic landmarks within the country. Notably, it also carries the weight of a valuable historical document, underscoring the pivotal role that cartography has played throughout Israel's history.

Michael Avi-Yonah (1904–1974) was an esteemed Israeli archaeologist, historian, and cartographer. He is widely recognized for his contributions to the fields of biblical archaeology, ancient history, and cartography. Avi-Yonah was born in Istanbul, Turkey, and later moved to Palestine (then under British Mandate) in the 1920s.

Avi-Yonah's work encompassed various aspects of Israeli history and culture. His expertise in cartography allowed him to create important historical maps, such as the notable 1968 Avi-Yonah Map of Israel in Hebrew, which depicted the borders of Israel after the Six-Day War, including detailed representations of significant cities, towns, and landmarks.

His contributions extended beyond cartography. Avi-Yonah also made significant scholarly contributions in the study of ancient history, archaeology, and biblical studies, providing valuable insights into the history of the region and its connections to the past. His dedication to preserving and understanding Israel's rich historical heritage has left a lasting impact on the fields of archaeology, history, and cartography.

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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