A Renaissance Heart of the World — Noua, et integra uniuersi orbis descriptio (1531) by Oronce Finé

Hold the world as the Renaissance imagined it—shaped like a heart and engraved with curiosity. Oronce Finé’s celebrated 1531 world map gathers oceans and continents into a luminous cordiform (heart-shaped) projection, where newly reported coasts meet classical learning. You’ll see elegant graticules, Latin titling, ruled seas, and a boldly speculative southern realm typical of the era—an image that turns geography into poetry and discovery into design.

More Than a Map – A Testament to History

This is not just wall art—it’s a milestone in scientific imagination. Every curve of the cordiform frame, every caption and coastline records a moment when Europe was reconciling ancient authorities with fresh voyages. Ideal for historians, designers, educators, collectors, and lovers of early cartography, this print is both a visual treasure and a conversation-starting teaching tool.

Display it in classrooms, studios, libraries, museums, offices, or at home to invite reflection, study, and wonder.

Premium Materials & Finishes

We treat history with the respect it deserves. That’s why we offer multiple formats, each produced using the highest quality materials and modern archival printing techniques.

🌟 Archival Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight 170gsm archival-grade paper.
Smooth matte finish reduces glare and preserves fine linework, hatching, and small Latin labels.
Ideal for framing under glass—clean, timeless, and built to last.

💎 Laminated Edition
Encapsulated in two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate using true thermal bonding—not just surface lamination.
Moisture-resistant, wipe-clean surface—perfect for classrooms and high-traffic displays.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered rails with a fitted hanging cord provide a polished, ready-to-hang presentation—no frame required. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

🏆 Museum-Quality Canvas
Printed on heavyweight 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas for rich texture and exceptional strength.
Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks deliver deep tone and razor-sharp detail designed to endure for generations.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered to enhance the wood grain and protect against wear; top cord for effortless hanging—elegant in any setting. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

Specifications

Why Choose This Print

✔ Iconic Cordiform Design: A signature Renaissance projection that turns the world into a compelling emblem.
✔ Decorative & Scholarly: Striking presence across a room; richly rewarding at reading distance.
✔ Archival Craft: Premium substrates and inks preserve contrast, labels, and fine engraving for decades.
✔ Ready to Display: Optional hang-railed laminated or canvas editions offer a museum-quality presentation—no frame required.
✔ A Meaningful Gift: Perfect for map lovers, historians, classicists, and design-minded collectors.

Our Commitment

We believe that preserving history is as important as telling it. Every print is made locally in Australia using state-of-the-art technology, carefully checked by hand, and packed with care. From the moment it leaves our workshop to the day it hangs on your wall, we ensure quality you can trust and a legacy you’ll be proud to share.

Let the Renaissance world take centre stage. Order Oronce Finé’s 1531 cordiform world map today—a faithful, beautifully produced classic that turns a room into a conversation.