1840 Lahainaluna World

1840 Lahainaluna World

        This superior reproduction of the historically important original antique engraved “He Mau Palapala Aina” was published in Lahainaluna, Maui circa 1840. This Hawaiian language version of a double hemisphere World chart was engraved to aid students in learning geography of the world and is considered the first separate map of the World published in Hawaii. The diagram on the right of the map shows the relative heights of major mountains, as then known around the world. This map represents a joint effort by Kalama and Kepohoni. Several students at the Lahainaluna Seminary school did the actual drawing and engraving of the maps. Two of the most prolific were Kalama and Kapeau. It was the most detailed map yet published in Hawaii, showing many place names on the and recent discoveries. Kalama went on to become one of the best surveyors in the islands.

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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.

1840 Lahainaluna World

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