Antique Map of the World after J. Speed, 1651

About This Piece

Vintage Design

A double-hemisphere world map, probably engraved by Abraham Goos for John Speed's 'Prospect of the Most Famous Parts of the World', the first English atlas of the world.

It was the first atlas map to show California as an island, an idea Goos introduced to print with a map of North America in 1624.

On the other side of the world this map also shows Korea as an island and 'Beach', the mythical kingdom located on 'The Southerne Unknowne Land'.

Around the rims of the double-hemispheres is an abundance of decoration, including celestial spheres in the cusps, allegorical figures of the Four Elements, portraits of circumnavigators and diagrams of eclipses.
On verso is an interesting English-text ' of the World'.
The 'Prospect' was first published in 1627: this example comes from the last issue of the atlas. Minor repairs at centre fold, otherwise a very fine example with original margins.

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Creator	John Speed
Manufacturer	London: Thomas Bassett & Richard Chiswell
Design Period	Before 1890
Year	1651
Production Period	Before 1890
Country of Manufacture	United Kingdom
Identifying Marks	This piece has an attribution mark
Style	Antique
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Partially restored, Minor repairs at centre fold, otherwise a very fine example with original margins.
Product Code	ZHV-1901052
Materials	Engraving
Color	Multicolored
Width	52 cm 51.5 cm
Depth	1 cm 0.1 cm
Height	40 cm 39.5 cm

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Front Door Delivery:
(Included in Every Order)

A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below).
The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

In-Home Delivery:
(For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)

A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers.
The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

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