Gladiolus Botanical Illustration by Pierre-Joseph Redouté, 1827 oregon a fascinating piece of cartographic

a fascinating piece of cartographic history

The map is detailed with artistic illustrations

known for its panoramic views

The careful use of colour bands creates a three-dimensional effect

this map manages to put the UK right in the middle using the idea of 'great circles'

Gladiolus Botanical Illustration by Pierre-Joseph Redouté, 1827 oregon a fascinating piece of cartographic"Gladiolus," first published in 1827, is a beautiful botanical illustration by Pierre Joseph Redout. Known for his exquisite detail and lifelike representations, Redout created this piece amidst a prolific career painting the flora of Chteau de Malmaison at the request of Josephine Bonaparte, General Napolon's wife. Now, for the first time in almost 200 years, you can buy a unique, personalised fine art print of "Gladiolus." Your personalised print