Framed decorative reproduction of Frederik de Wit’s famous 17th-century double-hemisphere world map Nova Orbis Tabula in Lucem Edita A.F. de Wit.
This attractive wall piece shows the classic layout with the Western and Eastern hemispheres, polar projections top and bottom, and richly illustrated allegorical scenes of the four seasons, elements and zodiac signs in the corners. The map is presented under glass in a substantial wooden frame with a gilt inner border.
Dimensions:
• Overall frame: 63 cm wide × 53 cm tall
• Visible aperture (print area): 52 cm wide × 42 cm tall
Ready to hang with wire on the reverse. The reverse is plain hardboard. Condition appears good from the photographs – please study the images carefully for the frame, glass and print surface. Some light wear is visible to the frame edges consistent with age/use.
This is a modern/vintage-style reproduction (not an original 17th-century engraving). It makes an excellent decorative piece for a study, hallway, office or living room with a traditional or cartographic theme.
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