Map of the northern hemisphere earth and heavens, 1699. The celestial map (left) shows stars and drawings of the mythological characters of the conste
Map of the northern hemisphere earth and heavens, 1699. The celestial map (left) shows stars and drawings of the mythological characters of the constellations. The terrestrial map (right) shows the expanding exploration of the known world. The surrounding panels depict biblical scenes. This map was produced by Philip Lea, a London cartographer, globe and instrument maker. It was published in 1699 and sold at the Atlas and Hercules in Cheapside, London, UK.
Size: 5895px × 4465px
Photo credit: © Lionel Pincus and Princess Firyal Map Division/NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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