• presentation of the map reproduction without a frame
  • detail of the map from the centre
  • 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 Transylvania, 1720

SKU:  187415

Antique map of Transylvania, 1720

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The map "Principatus Transilvaniae in suas quasque nationes" by Johann Baptist Homann, dating back to 1720, depicts the historical region of Transylvania in what is now modern-day Romania. Johann Baptist Homann (1664-1724) was a renowned German cartographer, engraver, and publisher known for his detailed and accurate maps during the early 18th century. He founded a successful mapmaking business in Nuremberg and was appointed Geographer to the Emperor in 1715.

Homann's maps were celebrated for their precision, intricate detail, and decorative elements. They were influential in advancing geographical knowledge and promoting a better understanding of various regions during the Age of Enlightenment. His contributions to cartography significantly shaped the development of mapmaking and geographic exploration during the 18th century.

The map "Principatus Transilvaniae in suas quasque nationes" would have provided valuable insights into the historical and geographical characteristics of the Transylvania region, including its political divisions, towns, rivers, and other significant features.

Homann was recognized for his finely detailed and accurate maps, which were renowned for their aesthetic appeal and informative value. His maps covered a wide range of regions, including Europe, Asia, and the Americas, and were highly esteemed for their precision and intricate design.

As one of the leading cartographers of the early 18th century, Homann's works were instrumental in advancing geographical knowledge and promoting a better understanding of various regions around the world. His contributions to the field of cartography were crucial in the development of mapmaking and geographic exploration during the Enlightenment period.

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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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