1762 Homann Americas

1762 Homann Americas

         This superb reproduction of the original antique hand colored copperplate engraved map of “Americae Mappa Generalis” was published by Johann Baptist Homann, engraver and geographer to the Kaiser of the Holy Roman Empire and member of the Prussian Royal Academy of Science circa 1762. It is a classic example from the 18th century school of German cartographers. The Pacific Coast of North America is shrouded in mystery, although California is correctly identified as peninsular and not an island. Quivira, the legendary land of gold and silver, is shown here as well as a more accurate representation of the Great Lakes. This map is embellished with a wonderful cartouche composed of natives, exotic birds and erupting volcanoes.

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What is a Mirrored Print & Gallery Wrap?

Canvas for Gallery Wrap

Take a good look at your print. The edges are mirrored, so that, the complete image is shown on the face of the frame once it is wrapped. In other words, You don’t lose any of the artwork. Our 2½” mirrored borders, allow your finished product to have a variety of thickness up to 2” deep. Therefore, make sure you choose an experienced framer who can make the frame to the exact specs of your custom print.

Hand-made Rattan Frames

Though the design has changed over the years, we commission these Rattan frames through a small family owned company in The Philippines. Your frame is the result of trial and error of the last 20 years! Rattan is a vine-like Palm that requires forest cover in order to thrive. Rattan grows throughout the jungle for over a quarter of a mile. Its trunk can span a diameter of over two inches down to the thickness of a human hair. The harvester’s collection process is performed by hand by a simple machete. Ultimately, the rattan vine cannot survive without the forest. Rattan quickly regenerates. As a result, this method of harvesting protects the destruction of the forest.

1762 Homann Americas

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