Historic Map - Western Hemisphere - Gutierrez 1562 - 23 x 26.10 - Vintage Wall Art

Historic Map - Western Hemisphere - Gutierrez 1562 - 23 x 26.10 - Vintage Wall Art

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Product Number: ITWE0018-2

Map Print Size: 23.00 x 26.10

Metric Map Print Size: 58.42 X 66.29

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  • Description
    Old Western Hemisphere Map - Gutierrez 1562 - This is an exquisite full-color Reproduction printed on high-quality gloss paper, art paper or canvas.

    Print Size: 23.00 x 26.10 inches
    58.42 X 66.29cm

    The following towns are featured: 1562 chart of the Americas. It was the earliest scale wall map of the New World and the first to apply the name California. The Tropics of Cancer, Capricorn and the equator are used as reference latitudes. The Spanish and French coats of arms appear together, embraced by Victory, symbolizing the 1559 marriage between Phillip II of Spain and Elisabeth of Valois. In 1554, Diego Guti?rrez was appointed principal cosmographer to the king of Spain in the Casa de la Contrataci?n. The crown commissioned the Casa to produce a large-scale map of the western hemisphere, often called the fourth part of the world. The purpose of the map was to assert Spain∆s claims to new world territories against the rival claims of Portugal and France. Spain claimed all lands south of the Tropic of Cancer, which is shown prominently. The map was engraved by the famous Antwerp engraver Hieronymus Cock, who added numerous artistic flourishes, including th

    SKU: ITWE0018

    Original Maps are often difficult to find and usually have fold lines, identifying stamps or markings, tears, ragged edges, and assorted other natural signs of age that detract from their beauty. All of our maps have been professionally restored to depict their original beauty, while keeping all historical data intact.

    These maps are fabulous pieces of history full of information useful to Historians, Genealogists, Cartographers, Relic Hunters, & Others. They make fascinating conversation pieces and splendid works of art for the home or office.
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    • BEAUTIFULLY DETAILED WORLD MAPS - At Maps of the Past, we have all different types of world maps. From topographical to trade routes, we have them all. Check out all of the different types of world maps that we have to offer. Easily find the one that is right for your needs.
    • NORTH POLE TO SOUTH POLE, WORLD MAPS HAVE IT ALL - World maps are the most commonly displayed maps. They are proudly displayed in offices, schools and homes. Add one to your home or office today with Maps of the Past world maps!
    • ONLY ACCEPT THE BEST PRINT QUALITY FOR YOUR REPRODUCTIONS - There are many printers and print types available on the market, when purchasing a reproduction there is no finer quality reproduction than a reproduction using the Giclee Printing method. Giclee describes the technique or style of printing used, and it is revered as the highest quality printing because of the way it precisely sprays ink onto a surface. Trust nothing less than the best!
    • GUARNANTEED TO GET EXACTLY WHAT YOU ORDERED - This map comes exactly to the specification of 23.00 x 26.10 inches/58.42 X 66.29 cm. All of our maps come rolled, wrapped, and shipped in a heavy gauge mailing tube to ensure it arrives intact.
    • WHY CHOOSE MAPS OF THE PAST? - Maps of the Past is one of the single largest producers of different types of maps. They legally own the rights to the maps they sell, and provide them to you in clean, clear, and vibrant print. If you are looking for a high quality map print, then look no further than Maps of the Past!
  • Print Quality Details

    Giclée Printing Process
    “A giclée (zhee-clay) reproduction is the closest duplication of an original artwork that is humanly or technically achievable. We have used the giclee printing process on both the Ultrasmooth Fine Art Paper and the Cotton Canvas options to create truly magnificent map prints, the quality of which is recognized by museums and galleries around the world. Read more about     Giclee Prints here.

    Glossy Satin Photo Quality
    This is a very high quality, photo-grade, 7 mil thick paper. It is considered a "matte" finish, however it does have a slight sheen to it. It is a very nice paper and produces extremely attractive maps.

    Matte Art Paper
    This archival fine-art media has the look and feel of old-world handmade paper and is great for producing sharp, accurate reproductions. The Giclee process, combined with a 12 mil thick paper, creates magnificent historical maps guaranteed not to fade, yellow, or crack for more than 100 years. The quality of these matte-finish maps is recognized by museums and galleries around the world.

    Matte Canvas
    Ideal for framing, the poly/cotton blend archival-grade canvas will satisfy even the most discriminating taste. This canvas has a medium gloss finish, and after printing via the Giclee process, your historical maps are guaranteed not to fade, yellow, or crack for more than 100 years. The result is truly magnificent and ideal for those seeking the look and feel of an actual painting.

Old Western Hemisphere Map - Gutierrez 1562 - This is an exquisite full-color Reproduction printed on high-quality gloss paper, art paper or canvas.

Print Size: 23.00 x 26.10 inches
58.42 X 66.29cm

The following towns are featured: 1562 chart of the Americas. It was the earliest scale wall map of the New World and the first to apply the name California. The Tropics of Cancer, Capricorn and the equator are used as reference latitudes. The Spanish and French coats of arms appear together, embraced by Victory, symbolizing the 1559 marriage between Phillip II of Spain and Elisabeth of Valois. In 1554, Diego Guti?rrez was appointed principal cosmographer to the king of Spain in the Casa de la Contrataci?n. The crown commissioned the Casa to produce a large-scale map of the western hemisphere, often called the fourth part of the world. The purpose of the map was to assert Spain∆s claims to new world territories against the rival claims of Portugal and France. Spain claimed all lands south of the Tropic of Cancer, which is shown prominently. The map was engraved by the famous Antwerp engraver Hieronymus Cock, who added numerous artistic flourishes, including th

SKU: ITWE0018

Original Maps are often difficult to find and usually have fold lines, identifying stamps or markings, tears, ragged edges, and assorted other natural signs of age that detract from their beauty. All of our maps have been professionally restored to depict their original beauty, while keeping all historical data intact.

These maps are fabulous pieces of history full of information useful to Historians, Genealogists, Cartographers, Relic Hunters, & Others. They make fascinating conversation pieces and splendid works of art for the home or office.
  • BEAUTIFULLY DETAILED WORLD MAPS - At Maps of the Past, we have all different types of world maps. From topographical to trade routes, we have them all. Check out all of the different types of world maps that we have to offer. Easily find the one that is right for your needs.
  • NORTH POLE TO SOUTH POLE, WORLD MAPS HAVE IT ALL - World maps are the most commonly displayed maps. They are proudly displayed in offices, schools and homes. Add one to your home or office today with Maps of the Past world maps!
  • ONLY ACCEPT THE BEST PRINT QUALITY FOR YOUR REPRODUCTIONS - There are many printers and print types available on the market, when purchasing a reproduction there is no finer quality reproduction than a reproduction using the Giclee Printing method. Giclee describes the technique or style of printing used, and it is revered as the highest quality printing because of the way it precisely sprays ink onto a surface. Trust nothing less than the best!
  • GUARNANTEED TO GET EXACTLY WHAT YOU ORDERED - This map comes exactly to the specification of 23.00 x 26.10 inches/58.42 X 66.29 cm. All of our maps come rolled, wrapped, and shipped in a heavy gauge mailing tube to ensure it arrives intact.
  • WHY CHOOSE MAPS OF THE PAST? - Maps of the Past is one of the single largest producers of different types of maps. They legally own the rights to the maps they sell, and provide them to you in clean, clear, and vibrant print. If you are looking for a high quality map print, then look no further than Maps of the Past!

Giclée Printing Process
“A giclée (zhee-clay) reproduction is the closest duplication of an original artwork that is humanly or technically achievable. We have used the giclee printing process on both the Ultrasmooth Fine Art Paper and the Cotton Canvas options to create truly magnificent map prints, the quality of which is recognized by museums and galleries around the world. Read more about Giclee Prints here.

Glossy Satin Photo Quality
This is a very high quality, photo-grade, 7 mil thick paper. It is considered a "matte" finish, however it does have a slight sheen to it. It is a very nice paper and produces extremely attractive maps.

Matte Art Paper
This archival fine-art media has the look and feel of old-world handmade paper and is great for producing sharp, accurate reproductions. The Giclee process, combined with a 12 mil thick paper, creates magnificent historical maps guaranteed not to fade, yellow, or crack for more than 100 years. The quality of these matte-finish maps is recognized by museums and galleries around the world.

Matte Canvas
Ideal for framing, the poly/cotton blend archival-grade canvas will satisfy even the most discriminating taste. This canvas has a medium gloss finish, and after printing via the Giclee process, your historical maps are guaranteed not to fade, yellow, or crack for more than 100 years. The result is truly magnificent and ideal for those seeking the look and feel of an actual painting.