This is a finely crafted antique style reproduction globe
apart of the new Replogle Age of Exploration line. Featured in this version
of the Conti is the cartography work of famous German cartographer Martin
Waldsemüller who is best known for his Universalis Cosmographia, a 12-sheet
woodblock map dated 1507. Not only was it one of the first maps to precisely
chart latitude and longitude, but it marked the first time the name
"America" was used, referring to South America and honoring Amerigo
Vespucci. The map also depicts the Americas separated from Asia by an
expansive ocean, although the first historical records of Europeans viewing
what was the Pacific Ocean was five to six years after Waldseemuller's
created his map. One of the four known globe gores fetched $1,002,267 at
auction, a world record price for a single-sheet map.
The stalwart hardwood base with Baroque design was
inspired by and named after Venetian merchant and explorer Niccolo Da Conti.
Da Conti's travels took him to India and Southeast Asia during the 15th
century resulting in a greater European understanding of the areas around
the Indian Ocean. His accounts greatly influenced 15th century cartography.
An elegant handcrafted masterpiece that combines
cartographic excellence with Old World appeal.
Diameter: 12"
Height: 37"
Shipping Weight: 44 lbs.
*oversize*
Model #37815
PRICE: $225.00
DISCONTINUED, NO LONGER AVAILABLE
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