Ancient World Map

Acquire a landmark of double-cordiform Renaissance mapping

Step into the brilliant dawn of modern geography with this exquisite reproduction of the 1538 double heart-shaped world map. Masterfully engraved by Antonio Salamanca in Rome and later compiled within the prestigious Lafreri Atlas around 1564, this map is a faithful contemporary copy of Gerhard Mercator’s historic sophomore masterpiece. Utilizing an ingenious double-cordiform projection system to represent the Northern and Southern hemispheres independently, this mathematical artwork marks a monumental milestone in cartographic history, famously standing as one of the very earliest printed maps to explicitly apply the name ‘America’ to both the northern and southern landmasses.

Museum-quality academic wall art for map collectors

Evoke a sophisticated, scholarly ambiance in your interior space with this wonderfully preserved monochrome geographical engraving. Adorned with formal Latin text cartouches, intricate geometric grids, and classical scrollwork borders, this antique reproduction beautifully retains the weathered linen texture and fine line-work of the Renaissance original. Printed on premium archival material to preserve its sharp linework, this rare double-hemisphere statement piece is the ultimate acquisition for luxury libraries, home offices, or dedicated collectors of rare European historical prints.