Ancient map of Japan and Korean Peninsula, 1690
SKU: 192089
Ancient map of Japan and Korean Peninsula, 1690
Vincenzo Maria Coronelli created the map titled "Isola del Giapone e Penisola di Corea" (Island of Japan and Korean Peninsula). This map depicts the geographical features of Japan and the Korean Peninsula. Coronelli's maps were known for their accuracy and attention to detail, and they often included decorative elements and elaborate cartouches.
Vincenzo Maria Coronelli (1650-1718) was an Italian cartographer, globe maker, and geographer who made significant contributions to the field of cartography during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. He was born on August 16, 1650, in Venice, Italy, and died on December 9, 1718, in Venice.
Coronelli was a skilled engraver and mapmaker, known for his meticulous attention to detail and artistic flair. He served as the cosmographer of the Venetian Republic and was a prominent figure in the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), collaborating with them on various projects.
One of Coronelli's notable works is his monumental atlas, "Atlante Veneto" (Venetian Atlas), published in 1691. This atlas consisted of numerous maps covering various regions of the world and was praised for its accuracy and high-quality craftsmanship.
Coronelli was also renowned for his globe-making skills. He crafted a pair of gigantic globes for Louis XIV of France, which measured over 15 feet in diameter and were among the most impressive globes of their time.
Throughout his career, Coronelli created maps and atlases that covered a wide range of areas, including Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. His maps were known for their elegance, precision, and decorative elements, often featuring elaborate cartouches, intricate illustrations, and ornate borders.
Vincenzo Maria Coronelli's contributions to cartography and his artistic approach to mapmaking have left a lasting impact on the field. His maps and atlases are highly valued by collectors and researchers alike for their historical significance and visual appeal.
Materials
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
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
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
Care Instructions
The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.
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