Double hemisphere world map with additional
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1762, by J. B. Homann & Homann Heirs, from "Atlas Homannianus Mathematico-Historice Delineatus", copperplate engraved, original hand color. Nuremberg, Germany. 24 x 20 1/2". Authenticity Guaranteed. An interesting double Hemisphere map shows a yet undefined eastern Australia and north western North America, also no Antarctica. Two projections on the center top and bottom show the polar regions also without accurate knowledge of either poles at the time. Credit of the map goes to the professor of Mathematics J. Hass from Wittenberg. Two other projections and two celestial views are also included, along with two decorative cartoucheÂ’s, in this beautiful and informative map. Overall in fine condition. Some crease folds more visible in the lower center.
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Double hemisphere world map with additional
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