Ancient map of the Ottoman Empire, 1592

Ancient map of the Ottoman Empire, 1592Abraham Ortelius was a renowned Flemish cartographer and geographer in the 16th century, known for his pioneering work in cartography. In 1592, he published a map of the Ottoman Empire, which was part of his renowned atlas titled "Theatrum Orbis Terrarum" (Theatre of the World). This atlas is often considered one of the first modern atlases, as it compiled maps from various sources into a single comprehensive collection. Ortelius' map of the Ottoman

Political divisions

or official source

including Malacca (now part of Malaysia)

with its shape and form broken down into abstracted and geometric shapes

and his maps were highly sought after by scholars

who had ascended the throne in 1952 at the tender age of 17

It references the ancient name "Taprobana

depicted in a Cubist style that is characteristic of Picasso's work during this period

Maps like "États du Grand-Seigneur en Asie

The painting features a guitar and a sheet of music arranged on a pedestal table

and scholars of the time

The map was intended to promote tourism and trade in the region