Globe Gores World

Acquire a rare masterpiece of Venetian Renaissance globe making

Immerse your space in the ultimate fusion of science and craftsmanship with this extraordinary reproduction of Antonio Floriano’s 1555 untitled world map. Granted an exclusive printing privilege by the Venetian Senate, this extremely rare cartographic artifact represents the entire planet through an ingenious double-hemisphere polar projection. Divided into thirty-six independent football-shaped segments or globe gores, each covering exactly ten degrees of longitude, this layout was originally designed to be painstakingly cut and pasted onto a wooden sphere to manufacture a physical three-dimensional terrestrial globe. Geographically, the artwork is heavily based on Gerard Mercator’s landmark 1538 double-cordiform chart, capturing 16th-century global hypotheses in raw, uncompromised detail.

Distinguished monochrome cartography for high-end wall decor

Transform your library, private study, or corporate office with a striking monochrome engraving that breathes classic academic luxury. The perimeter of this beautifully restored dual-hemisphere print is anchored by grand Renaissance scrollwork cartouches, geometric meridian lines, and detailed portrait medals honoring legendary figures like Claudius Ptolemy and historical monarchs. Printed on premium archival-grade fine art material, this sophisticated geographical statement piece is a prized addition for dedicated collectors of rare international prints, historical geographers, and anyone fascinated by the golden age of Venetian cartographic publishing.