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Antique map of the World, 1752

SKU:  189795

Antique map of the World, 1752

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Gilles Robert de Vaugondy (1688-1766), was a renowned French cartographer and geographer. He was part of a prominent family of cartographers that played a significant role in the development of mapmaking during the 18th century.

"Mappemonde ou Description Du Globe Terrestre dressee sur les memoires les plus nouveaux, et assujettie aux observations astronomiques, 1752" was created by the French cartographer Gilles Robert de Vaugondy in the year 1752. The title translates to "World Map or Description of the Terrestrial Globe drawn from the latest records and subject to astronomical observations."

This map or globe was part of Gilles Robert de Vaugondy's extensive cartographic work and was designed to represent the world based on the most up-to-date information available at that time. It is noteworthy that Gilles Robert de Vaugondy's maps were known for their accuracy and meticulous attention to detail, incorporating the latest geographical discoveries and astronomical observations.

Gilles Robert de Vaugondy inherited the cartographic business from his father, Claude Delisle, who was a geographer and cartographer. Gilles initially collaborated with his father and later took over the business after Claude's death in 1720. He continued to produce and update maps, maintaining the high standard set by his father.

In 1757, Gilles Robert de Vaugondy acquired the position of "geographer to the King," which further elevated his reputation in the field of cartography. He was highly regarded for his accurate and detailed maps, and his work significantly influenced European mapmaking during the 18th century.

Gilles' most famous cartographic work was the "Atlas Universel," published in 1757. This atlas contained a vast collection of maps covering various regions and continents, showcasing the geographic knowledge of the time. The maps were meticulously crafted and based on the latest available information, making the "Atlas Universel" one of the most significant cartographic achievements of the period.

Gilles Robert de Vaugondy's maps were renowned for their clarity, precision, and artistic design, often featuring elaborate decorative elements. His work continued to be published and updated by his heirs after his death in 1766, maintaining the family's legacy in cartography. Today, original Vaugondy maps are highly sought after by collectors and historical map enthusiasts for their historical value and artistic merit.

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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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