Portolan Chart of the Atlantic Ocean — Antique Nautical Chart Print
Portolan Chart of the Atlantic Ocean — Antique Nautical Chart Print
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As European sailors pushed beyond the Mediterranean into the Atlantic during the Age of Exploration, they adapted the portolan charting techniques developed over centuries for the Mediterranean and Black Sea to a far larger and less forgiving ocean. Atlantic portolans needed to account for the region's stronger tides, more violent storms, and the vast stretches of open water between the Canary Islands, the Azores, and the coasts of Africa and the emerging Americas. These charts became essential tools for the Portuguese and Spanish captains who pioneered the sea routes that connected Europe to the wider world.
Materials & origin
- Material: 200 gsm gallery-grade, acid-free fine-art paper (FSC-certified).
- Print: Archival giclée, 12-colour printing, smooth matte finish for glare-free display.
- Artwork: Restored from a public-domain original; colour and detail digitally cleaned for large-format print.
- Origin: Made on demand and shipped from the print hub nearest you, cutting transit and waste.
- Framing: Sold unframed; ships rolled in a protective tube.
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