Map of the Province of United Netherlands
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Pieter van der Keere's Map of the Province of United Netherlands into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
Step into the luminous world of Pieter van der Keere's 17th-century masterpiece, Map of the Province of United Netherlands, where intricate cartography meets artistic grandeur. Created around 1617 during the Dutch Golden Age, this hand-colored engraving captures the newly independent Dutch provinces with astonishing precision and baroque flourish. Van der Keere, a renowned Flemish cartographer and engraver, infused the map with vitality through swirling compass roses, galleons riding pictorial seas, and heraldic cartouches framing statistical panels. More than mere geography, the work embodies the era's scientific curiosity and national pride, its decorative elements elevating it to fine art. Today, it stands as a pivotal piece bridging Renaissance mapmaking traditions with the emerging Dutch landscape painting genre, offering historians both technical insight and aesthetic delight – a true treasure in the annals of cartographic art.
When displaying this historical gem in contemporary spaces, consider pairing its warm ivory vellum tones with rich walnut frames for timeless sophistication. The 23 x 18-inch dimensions make it ideal for focal-point placement above mantels or office credenzas, where viewers can admire its minute detailing at conversation-distance. Complement its Old World charm by surrounding it with matte brass sconces or placing it against Farrow & Ball's "Mouse's Back" paint to accentuate the map's sepia inkwork. For corporate settings, group it with other scientific engravings in matching gallery frames to create a curated "cabinet of curiosities" effect. The map's balanced composition allows flexible placement – either centered for formal symmetry or offset among modern furniture for intentional juxtaposition. Always use UV-protective glass to preserve its delicate 400-year-old hues while ensuring proper humidity control to protect the priceless paper substrate.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
