The History of Dieppe Maps Dieppe maps are a notable collection of world maps and atlases. They were produced in Dieppe, France, during the 16th…
The Da Ming Hun Yi Tu is translated as the Amalgamated Map of the Ming Empire. It is one of the most significant cartographic works…
The legacy of John Ogilby’s “Britannia” extends far beyond the 17th century. The innovative strip mapping technique pioneered by Ogilby influenced subsequent generations of cartographers
The Mappa Mundi, or “map of the world” in Latin, was not just a geographical representation; it was a symbolic and religiously charged artifact.
One of the most intriguing aspects of the map is the depiction of the coastline of Antarctica without its icy covering. Keep in mind that…