Old map of Kingdom of Jordan, 1950

Old map of Kingdom of Jordan, 1950In 1950, Elias H. Sweiss, a skilled cartographer and publisher from Jerusalem, crafted a captivating tourist map titled 'The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.' This exquisite cartographic masterpiece vividly illustrates the geopolitical frontiers of Jordan during that period, featuring prominent cities, towns, well traveled roads, railways, and flowing rivers. Additionally, the map showcases iconic tourist destinations, including the captivating wonders of

Jan Jansson (1588-1664) was a prominent Dutch cartographer

Michelangelo captured the human arm in a range of different poses

It played a significant role in the printing and publishing industry in the region

diverse geography

Hong Kong and Kowloon were two distinct regions that played a significant role in the history of modern-day Hong Kong

The artwork is an oil on canvas piece that features a series of overlapping geometric shapes arranged in a dynamic and abstract composition

with shades of green and blue dominating the composition

bold strokes used to create the contours of the eye and the surrounding areas

the major roads and railways crisscrossing the city are laid out meticulously on the map

The painting features an arrangement of flowers in a vase

as they are sometimes used interchangeably in reference to the same person

This object has been interpreted as a symbol of poverty and decay