• 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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Antique map of Canaan or the land of promise, 1850

SKU:  194244

Antique map of Canaan or the land of promise, 1850

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George Frederick Cruchley produced the map "Canaan, or the Land of Promise" in 1850, depicting the ancient boundaries and territories of the 12 Jewish tribes. Each region is meticulously hand-colored, delineating the east and west sides of the River Jordan.

In addition to the main map, the cartographic work features several inset maps highlighting significant biblical sites, including Jerusalem, Bethlehem, and Jericho, accompanied by concise descriptions of these locations.

This map serves as a valuable historical and biblical resource, offering an intricate and precise portrayal of the Holy Land during ancient times, making it a compelling piece for individuals interested in the historical and geographical context of the Bible and the ancient world.

George Frederick Cruchley (1797–1880) was a well-known British mapmaker and publisher during the 19th century. He established himself as a prominent figure in the London map trade, producing a wide range of detailed and accurate maps, including world maps, city plans, and specialized cartographic materials.

Cruchley's maps were highly regarded for their quality and attention to detail, catering to the general public, travelers, and businesses. His works often encompassed various regions of the United Kingdom and the world, providing valuable geographic information for different purposes.

Throughout his career, George Frederick Cruchley played a significant role in the development and popularization of maps, contributing to the accessibility and understanding of geographical knowledge during the 19th century. His legacy as a skilled mapmaker continues to be appreciated in the history of cartography.

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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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