Western Hemisphere and Eastern Hemisphere Maps of Discovery: The National Geographic Society, 1928

Title: Western Hemisphere - Map of Discovery and Eastern Hemisphere - Map of Discovery Author: The National Geographic Society Date: 1928 Condition: See description Inches: 18 1/2 x 16 3/4 [Paper] [Each] Centimeters: 46.99 x 42.54 [Paper] [Each] Product ID: 308481 This striking pair of world maps draws its inspiration from murals painted by N.C. Wyeth that adorned Hubbard Memorial Hall, the National Geographic Society's inaugural formal library. Though the cartographic content reflects contemporary geographical knowledge and political divisions, the artistic approach and ornamental features echo the distinctive style of 16th-century mapmaking, incorporating classical figures such as Zeus and Poseidon, wind personifications, and notable explorers. These same murals were featured as frontispieces in the March, May, July, November, and December issues of the magazine during 1928. Background on Creator The National Geographic Society, founded in 1888 in Washington, D.C., is a