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Ancient map of Singapore, Sumatra, Malaysia, 1580

SKU:  189791

Ancient map of Singapore, Sumatra, Malaysia, 1580

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The map stands out for its precise portrayal of the region, drawing upon the most up-to-date cartographic data available. Additionally, it features a range of historical and legendary elements, including the mythical island of Taprobana, which corresponds to modern-day Sri Lanka.

The Straits of Malacca serve as a strategically significant maritime passage linking the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. They rank among the world's busiest shipping routes, catering to a diverse array of vessels, ranging from oil tankers and container ships to luxury cruise liners.

Sebastian Münster (1488-1552) was a Renaissance-era German scholar, cartographer, and cosmographer whose pioneering work significantly influenced the field of geography and cartography during his time. Born in Ingelheim, Germany, Münster's early education included the study of Hebrew and mathematics at the University of Heidelberg, and he later became a Franciscan monk. However, his passion for geography and cartography led him to produce groundbreaking works.

Münster's most renowned achievement is the "Cosmographia," initially published in 1544. This monumental work was a comprehensive and influential geographic and ethnographic compilation. It encompassed a wide range of topics, including detailed maps, descriptions of countries, cities, and cultures, astronomical information, and historical narratives. The "Cosmographia" was notable for its inclusion of maps of various regions, making it one of the first comprehensive world atlases of its time.

Münster's maps were not just geographical representations but also important cultural and historical documents, reflecting the knowledge and perceptions of the world during the Renaissance. His works played a crucial role in disseminating geographic knowledge and contributed to the development of modern cartography. Sebastian Münster's legacy endures as a pioneering figure in the history of geography and mapmaking, shaping our understanding of the world during the 16th 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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