Step back into the age of early explorers with this striking reproduction of Ptolemy’s world map. First printed in 1513 from the ancient geographer’s work, it shows a fascinating, pre-modern view of the world with sweeping continents, decorative details and beautifully lettered place names. It’s the ideal piece for history lovers, armchair travellers and anyone who appreciates antique cartography on their walls.
This is a vintage reproduction of an antique print, carefully edited and reimagined by Ninska Designs.
- Printed on 300gsm fine art cotton rag paper for a beautifully soft, matte finish
- Archival pigment-based inks for rich colour and long-lasting quality
- Available in a range of sizes, with print-only, mounted or framed options
- Mounts are antique white as standard – black mounts are available on request
- Solid wood frames, made in the UK and finished with care:
- Black/White – 20mm wide, 15mm deep
- Dark Rosewood – 35mm wide, 15mm deep
- Walnut Gold – 28mm wide, 14mm deep
- Frames include perspex glazing and MDF backs
- Please note: not all sizes are available mounted; all sizes refer to the print area
Hang it above a desk, in a hallway or as part of a curated gallery wall – this timeless map brings a quiet sense of discovery and old-world charm to any space.
Licence Attribution - This is an edited version of the following public domain image: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Orbis_Typus_Universalis_Juxta_Hydrographorum_Traditionem._RMG_F1973.tiff
