Fantastic pair of mirrors of the journey by Sir Francis Drake in the Golden Hind.
Sir Francis Drake (c. 1540 – 28 January 1596) was an English explorer and privateer best known for circumnavigating the world in a single expedition between 1577 and 1580. This was the first English circumnavigation and the second circumnavigation overall. He is also known for participating in the early English slaving voyages of his cousins, Sir John Hawkins and John Lovell. He started as a simple seaman in 1588 and was part of the fight against the Spanish Armada as a vice-admiral.
Golden Hind was a galleon captained by Francis Drake in his circumnavigation of the world between 1577 and 1580. She was initially known as Pelican, but Drake renamed her mid-voyage in 1578 in honour of his patron, Sir Christopher Hatton, whose crest was a golden hind (a female red deer). Hatton was one of the principal sponsors of Drake's world voyage. A full-sized, seaworthy reconstruction is in London, on the south bank of the Thames.
This stunningly detailed map, with its intricate design and historical significance, is an accurate map of the world drawn according to the most actual descriptions, latest discoveries, and best observations made by English or strangers. This map combines and attempts to reconcile classical, Christian, and modern cosmography and geography. The concepts are described in 'The general description of the world'.
Light to mid-coloured wooden frame.
It is in excellent, vibrant vintage condition with minor signs of authentic patina.
Height: 24cm
Length: 34cm
Width: 2cm