Antique World Map 1000-piece Jigsaw Puzzle — Pomegranate

Henricus Hondius (Dutch, 1597–1651) World Map, 1630 From the Novus Atlas This popular baroque-style map was originally designed as a frontispiece to Henricus Hondius’s 1630 revision of the long-lived Mercator/Hondius atlas, a work then being challenged by rival map publishers. The decorations include depictions of the
Henricus Hondius (Dutch, 1597–1651) World Map, 1630 From the Novus Atlas This popular baroque-style map was originally designed as a frontispiece to Henricus Hondius’s 1630 revision of the long-lived Mercator/Hondius atlas, a work then being challenged by rival map publishers. The decorations include depictions of the four elements—earth, air, fire, and water—and portraits of Julius Caesar and cartographers Claudius Ptolemy, Gerard Mercator, and Jodocus Hondius Sr. Step back in time as you gain appreciation for the art of cartography while fitting together the 1,000 pieces of this highly detailed, fascinating puzzle.

Pomegranate - Antique World Map 1630 - 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle

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This map was first issued in the Mercator-Hondius Atlas in the 1630 edition, in response to Willem Blaeu. Portraits of Julius Caesar, Ptolemy, Hondius and Mercator ornate the decorative borders. It features an early appearance of Australia's Northern Coastline. Reknown for being one of the most beautiful world maps of the era. Strong high-quality puzzle pieces. Made from recycled board and printed with vegetable based ink.

1000 Piece Antique World Map Puzzle

Antique World Map, 1630, 1000 Pieces, Pomegranate

EuroGraphics Antique World Map Puzzle (1000-Piece

Pomegranate - Antique World Map 1630 - 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle

The Jigsaw Puzzle: Piecing Together a History Hardcover Book

Reproduction of Henricus Hondius (Dutch, 1597–1651) World map, 1630, from Novus Atlas, published by Jan Jansson in 11 vols., 1647–1662. Puzzle measures 29 x 20 when complete. Released June 2009. This popular baroque-style map was originally designed as a frontispiece to Henricus Hondius’s 1630 revision of the long-lived Mercator/Hondius atlas, a work then being challenged by rival map publishers.

Antique World Map: 1,000 Piece Puzzle

Antique World Map, 1630, 1000 Pieces, Pomegranate