Antique Map - Urbano Monte Planisphere 1587 - Art Paper (SOLD UNFRAMED) - 100 x 100 cm
Unconventional size poster - sold unframed
This poster is sold rolled up inside a rigid protective tube.
Its format, true to the original map, is unusual and requires custom framing.
Description
An absolute masterpiece of Renaissance cartography. 🗺️
This is the world map by Urbano Monte, one of the most spectacular visions of our planet ever realized.
Urbano Monte (1544-1613) was an unconventional Renaissance figure. Unlike many of his contemporary cartographers who were navigators or professional engravers, Monte was a learned Milanese gentleman who devoted his fortune and time to the compilation of universal knowledge.
This map remained relatively unknown to the general public until 2017. That year, collector David Rumsey acquired one of the few surviving manuscript copies and had it digitized in high resolution. Experts then digitally assembled the 60 sheets for the first time, revealing the splendor of Urbano Monte's project. ✨
60 manuscript sheets for a final diameter of 3 meters. It is the largest world map of its century. A technical feat that shows that outsized ambition did not wait for the digital age. ✍️
Long before satellites, Monte conceived a polar projection. The North Pole is at the center, and the world radiates around it.
For him, a map is not just for orientation, it is a narrative. It features sea monsters, unicorns, and Japanese ambassadors.
Art paper
For the exceptional visuals, we chose to print them on 280 gsm hammered art paper. This paper faithfully reproduces dark, intense colors and enhances the visual while preserving its vintage appearance.
Manufacturing and delivery
For shipping, we use Colissimo from La Poste.
You can choose your Colissimo pickup point after paying for your order.
For paper posters:
- we prepare orders within 48 to 72 hours (Monday to Friday) after receiving payment and hand over the packages on day 3/day 4. Colissimo then delivers within 3 to 4 days.
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Returns
You have 14 days to return your order to us if you are not satisfied with it or if you have changed your mind.
Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.
If the product is returned in good condition, a refund of the product price excluding delivery will be issued within 30 days.
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