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Ancient map of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, 1680

SKU:  189190

Ancient map of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, 1680

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The Map of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula is a captivating and informative cartographic masterpiece depicting the region, meticulously crafted by Dutch cartographers Frederik de Wit and Renier Ottens. While building upon the contributions of their predecessors, this map introduces several enhancements, particularly in offering a more precise representation of the African coastline and the Arabian Peninsula. 

This map is thoughtfully divided into two sections: the upper portion dedicated to Africa and the lower segment featuring the Arabian Peninsula. It provides an intricate portrayal of the region's geographical features, encompassing details of mountains, rivers, and lakes. Additionally, it delineates political boundaries and highlights major cities across the landscape.

What truly sets this map apart is its incorporation of ornamental elements, including an elegant compass rose and a charming vignette showcasing a caravan of camels. Beyond its cartographic significance, this map stands as a remarkable work of art, making it a cherished resource for historians, geographers, and anyone with an interest in the rich history and cultures of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.

Frederik de Wit (1630–1706) was a prominent Dutch cartographer and publisher during the 17th century. He is renowned for his contributions to the world of cartography, producing a wide range of exquisitely detailed maps and atlases. De Wit's works are celebrated for their accuracy, aesthetic appeal, and ornate decorative elements, such as elaborate cartouches, compass roses, and vignettes, which make them valuable not only as geographical resources but also as works of art. His maps covered various regions, including Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas, leaving a lasting legacy in the field of cartography and earning him a distinguished place among the notable mapmakers of his time.

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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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