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The geographers and cartographers Gerardus Mercator
The geographers and cartographers Gerardus Mercator (left) and Jodocus Hondius. Etching. BELGIUM. Sint-Nikls. Mercatormuseum
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Engravings Etching Etchings Gerardus Hondius Jodocus Mercator Sint Cartographers Geographers Masculine Persons
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating addition to your home decor: Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints featuring "The Geographers and Cartographers Gerardus Mercator" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite piece showcases an etching of two renowned figures in the world of cartography - Gerardus Mercator and Jodocus Hondius. Their intriguing presence is brought to life in vivid detail on high-quality canvas, adding an intellectual and artistic touch to any room. Transport yourself back in time as you admire the intricate lines and textures of this masterpiece, now available in a modern and stylish format. Elevate your living space with the timeless beauty of history, only with Media Storehouse Canvas Prints.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this intriguing etching, we find two prominent figures of the cartographic world, Gerardus Mercator (left) and Jodocus Hondius, deep in thought as they examine a map spread out before them. The image, captured in the Mercatormuseum in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium, showcases the intellectual curiosity and dedication that defined these two pioneering geographers and cartographers. Gerardus Mercator (1512-1594) is renowned for his groundbreaking work in cartography, particularly his production of the first modern atlas, "Atlas sive Cosmographiae Universalis," published in 1578. His most famous contribution to cartography is the Mercator projection, which revolutionized the representation of world maps by preserving angles and shapes of small areas but distorting the size and shape of larger areas. Jodocus Hondius (1563-1612), on the other hand, was a Flemish cartographer and engraver who collaborated with Mercator on several projects. He is known for his own significant contributions to cartography, including the production of the first world map to depict the Americas as two separate continents. The etching captures the intense focus and collaboration between these two brilliant minds as they study the intricacies of their craft. The use of color and the horizontal composition adds depth and dimension to the image, making it a captivating glimpse into the world of geographical exploration and discovery during the Renaissance period. This evocative print serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of Mercator and Hondius and their invaluable contributions to the field of cartography.
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