Winds, Rhumbs & Compass — Jansson Wind Rose (1650)

A snapshot of the Age of Sail, rendered with clarity and restraint. This anemographic chart—engraved by Johannes Janssonius in 1650—presents a magnificent wind rose with cardinal and intercardinal points, radiating rhumb lines, and the names of the winds in six languages. Elegant geometry and crisp lettering create a centerpiece that rewards both room-distance viewing and close study. It’s the mariner’s world—ordered, directional, and unmistakably of its era—made to study, admire, and display.

More Than a Map – A Testament to History

This isn’t just wall art—it’s a navigational grammar from the seventeenth century. The multilingual wind nomenclature and precise compasswork reflect how sailors oriented voyages, charts, and sea-lanes long before radio and GPS. Ideal for maritime historians, educators, designers, and collectors, this sheet stands alone beautifully and pairs powerfully with portolan charts and modern navigation maps for then-and-now comparison.

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

Premium Materials & Finishes

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

🌟 Archival Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight 160gsm archival-grade paper.
Smooth matte finish reduces glare and preserves fine linework and small 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; laminate helps filter UV, reducing fade over time.

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 crisp typography that 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 Map

✔ Age-of-Sail Icon: A classic wind rose that visualises navigation before modern instruments.
✔ Multilingual Detail: Six-language wind names for scholarly and decorative appeal.
✔ Clarity at Scale: Fine engraving and precise geometry read beautifully across a room and up close.
✔ Decorative & Scholarly: Maritime elegance with genuine reference value.
✔ Archival Craft: Premium substrates and inks preserve contrast, labels, and linework for decades.

Our Commitment

We believe that preserving history is as important as telling it. Every map is printed 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.

Bring the compass of the seventeenth century into focus. Order the Jansson Wind Rose (1650) today—a faithful, beautifully produced sheet that turns a room into a conversation.