Description
"Typus Orbis Terrarum (Map of the World)," by Abraham Ortelius (1570) DIMENSIONS 9" x 12" (Image: 7.13" x 10.5") 12" x 16" (Image: 9.5" x 14") 16" x 20" (Image: 11.5" x 17") 20" x 30" (Image: 16" x 23.5") 24" x 36" (Image: 19" x 28") Archival Inkjet on Fine Art Paper Smooth Surface - Matte Finish - Inset Borders ABOUT THE ARTWORK - Abraham Ortelius's "Theatrum Orbis Terrarum" ("Theatre of the World") is conventionally recognized as the first modern atlas, consisting of a systematic overview of the known world compiled into a single bound volume for which copper plates were specifically engraved. in its first edition, "Theatrum" drew upon the work some thirty-three cartographers, incorporating several maps which no longer exist in their original form. Following its initial release it was continuously revised & expanded, remaining Europe's most authoritative cartographic reference into the early 17th century. Ortelius, in addition to his achievements as a publisher & cartographer, is also remembered as the first person to have imagined that the continents were once joined together. ART-CENTRIC DESIGN - Vintage art is not standardized. The original works are usually too long, or too short, to neatly fill a store-bought frame. Most shops arbitrarily crop the artwork to match, leading to claustrophobic prints with missing or partial elements. These modifications sometimes trivial, sometimes ludicrous are not always shown in the product photos. We believe that the purpose of art is not to fill a frame; it is the purpose of a frame to showcase the art. Our prints have inset borders that make up any differences in proportion between the artwork & a standard frame, so that you can experience the art as the artist intended. They look sharp in beveled mats, may be float mounted, or inserted directly into standard frames; the borders providing a mat-like accent around the image. There are many styles from which to choose. Framing is a fun, creative process that enhances the artwork & livens your space for years to come. Should you like any advice, feel free to reach out. CUSTOMIZATION & IMAGE REQUESTS - We are happy to customize our prints to fit your frame. Borderless prints may require the artwork to be cropped to fit a new aspect ratio. in such cases, we will provide a mockup to ensure that the final product meets with your approval. If you're looking for an artwork that is not in our catalog, feel free to ask if we can provide it. We will print any public domain or openly licensed image that is available in high resolution. MUSEUM QUALITY - Giclée process prints are the gold standard in fine art reproduction. We use a matte finish, cotton fiber paper to maximize detail while eliminating glare. Our prints display a wide color gamut, deep blacks & beautiful tonal transitions. Produced using only archival materials, they will not fade or yellow, but maintain their original quality for as long as you own them. HANDMADE DECLARATION - To assure artistic
