World 1565 Antique Map Reproduction

Independent shop in DowntownDirections

Available from Metsker Maps of Seattle when we last checked, in the last two days. Sold from the shop’s own store; the price there is the one that counts.

Experience the artistry of the Renaissance with this reproduction of Ferrando Bertelli’s 1565 World Map, one of the earliest depictions of the entire globe. A renowned Venetian engraver and painter, Bertelli was active for nearly five decades, creating maps distinguished by their unique aesthetic and intricate detail. He was able to create this engraving using information compiled from Gastaldi and Forlani - other renowned italian cartographers. This map captures the spirit of an era marked by e