• presentation of the map reproduction without a frame
  • detail of the map from the centre
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  • detail of the map from the top left corner
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Antique map of Ottoman Empire In Europa, Asia and Africa, 1730

SKU:  189787

Antique map of Ottoman Empire In Europa, Asia and Africa, 1730

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"Imperium Turcicum in Europa, Asia, et Africa Regiones Proprias, Tributarias, Clientelares sicut et omens ejusdem" is a Latin title that translates to "The Ottoman Empire in Europe, Asia, and Africa: Its Proper Regions, Tributaries, and Clients, As Well As All of Its Parts." This map, created by Johann Baptist Homann in 1730, is a historical representation of the Ottoman Empire and its various territories and dependencies in Europe, Asia, and Africa during the 18th century.

Johann Baptist Homann (1664-1724) was a prominent German cartographer and map publisher of the late 17th and early 18th centuries. He is considered one of the most important mapmakers of his time and played a significant role in the development of cartography during the Age of Enlightenment.

Establishing his map publishing business in Nuremberg in 1702, Homann quickly gained renown for his meticulous and visually striking maps. His company, Homann Erben, became synonymous with accuracy and aesthetic excellence. He produced an extensive array of maps, atlases, and globes that spanned the globe, each a testament to his commitment to both geographic precision and artistic flair.

Homann's maps were not merely utilitarian; they were works of art. They were renowned for their intricate decorative elements, which often included ornate cartouches, vignettes, and detailed illustrations. These embellishments made his maps not only invaluable tools for navigation and education but also objects of beauty that adorned the walls of scholars, explorers, and nobility across Europe.

Through royal patronage, Homann's maps found their way into the courts of Emperor Charles VI and King Philip V of Spain, further cementing his reputation as a preeminent mapmaker. His maps were sought after not only for their visual appeal but also for their accuracy and reliability, making them indispensable tools for governments, merchants, and explorers of his time.

Following Homann's passing in 1724, his legacy endured through his heirs, who continued to publish maps and atlases under the banner of Homann Erben. Even today, maps and atlases bearing Johann Baptist Homann's name are highly collectible, prized for their historical significance and aesthetic splendor. They serve as both a testament to his pioneering contributions to cartography and a window into the Enlightenment era's evolving understanding of the world. Johann Baptist Homann's life and work remain a vivid reminder of the enduring power of maps to shape our perception of the globe.

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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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