An exquisite Czech cartographic supplement reproducing the masterwork of Johann Baptist Homann
There is a compelling gravity in the way early cartographers mapped the boundaries of human knowledge, turning geographic exploration into high art. This striking wall poster is a beautifully executed modern supplement from the respected Czech publication Živá Historie, reproducing the monumental early 18th-century double-hemisphere world map by legendary Nuremberg cartographer Johann Baptist Homann. Adorned with rich baroque allegory, celestial charts, and wind deities, this piece balances historical documentation with sophisticated design, capturing an era when the globe was still being actively written into existence.
The composition centers on a dual-hemisphere representation of the Earth, flanked by two smaller celestial inserts tracking northern and southern stellar constellations. The borders are richly populated with meticulous illustrations detailing natural phenomena, active volcanoes, rainbows, and classical mythological figures. Originally designed to showcase European maritime tracks and early 18th-century scientific breakthroughs, this presentation serves as a magnificent showcase piece for collectors of historic layouts and print ephemera.
Issued as a specialized promotional supplement fold-out for the premium Czech historical journal Živá Historie, this archival display piece carries the original corporate header band marking its distribution status. Highly sought after on European regional collector portals but seldom appearing on broader global markets, it represents a brilliant acquisition for global history enthusiasts.
| Spec Type | Metric Units | Imperial Units |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 68.0 cm | 26.77 in |
| Height | 59.0 cm | 23.23 in |
| Net Weight | 45 g | 1.59 oz |
Tato položka je historická nástěnná mapa světa z roku 1730, vydaná jako příloha a dárek k časopisu Živá Historie v roce 2009. Jedná se o reprodukci slavného díla Johanna Baptista Homanna "Planiglobii Terrestris" se dvěma polokoulemi a nebeskými mapami. Stav je jako nový, bez poškození.