Feature Points
- VINTAGE MAP FRAMED: You’ll love this high-quality framed historic reproduction of 1715 West Indies Map. Our ready-to-hang maps are printed and framed in the USA by professional art framers using the highest quality materials. Each order is inspected for quality. This beautiful artwork is a perfect addition to your themed decor. Vintage maps look great in the home, study or office. They also make an unforgettable gift.
- A LOOK BACK AT HISTORY: This is an impressive, historic reproduction of 1715 Map of West Indies. A true piece of history. Historic prints beautifully link the past with the present. You may find yourself staring at your historic wall art for hours in amazement. See our product description section for more fascinating information about this historic map and its significance.
- PREMIUM QUALITY: To display this amazing piece of history, we use museum-quality heavyweight (230gsm), fine art print matte paper. Our paper is acid-free which allows the print to retain its color quality for generations. Our paper displays vintage map art with accurate color reproduction. This high-quality print will be a wonderful addition to your vintage-themed wall.
- READY TO HANG: This high-quality frame displays art beautifully in almost any environment. The frame is made out of poplar wood (for black and white) and pinewood (for walnut and natural) with a matte finish. The frame profile is 1.5 inches high and 0.75 (for size 18x24) and 1.125 (for size 24x36) inches wide. To protect artwork, we use high-quality, lightweight, shatter-resistant frame-grade acrylic. Frames arrive ready-to-hang, preinstalled with hanging hardware.
- HISTORIC PRINTS: We love history and art. Sometimes old maps have tears, folds, stamps, separations and other blemishes. We digitally restore and enhance maps while keeping its historical character. Our framed prints are made to order in the USA by professional art framers. Customers all over the world love our historic prints and we know you will too.
Additional Information
This restored piece or cartographical history comes alive and truly transports the viewer to another time. Pre-dating the American Revolution and harkening back to when the West Indies and Americas were simply disputed territories fought for by the French, Spanish, English and Dutch our restored version of this map shows in stunning clarity the impressive work of early cartographer Herman Moll. Moll was noted for his of Galleon ships and fleets to produce this intricate map that even includes trade winds.
The rich history of this region combined with what was the highest technical ability of cartography at the time, come together to depict a land in flux and evolution. The Americas had been relatively recently discovered and as such were being charted for the first time. The depictions of modern day America and Cuba, as well as Mexico and South America, show how truly remarkable the endeavor to colonize these lands was. This map was originally published to distinguish each colonial powers’ claims in the new world and stands out as a testament to Moll’s dedication and expertise.
Our museum-quality, giclee print comes on heavy matte stock printed with archival ink displaying a remarkable amount of clarity and detail. Shipped in a sturdy cardboard tube, your print will arrive ready to frame. The perfect gift for any fan of early American history this distinctive map is the perfect addition to any classroom, office, home or study and gives a sense of heritage and gravity to any space it adorns.
Our ready-to-hang wall arts are printed and framed in the USA using the highest quality materials with professional craftsmanship. This beautiful artwork is a perfect addition to your themed decor. Historic prints look great in the home, study, or office. They also make an unforgettable gift.
