Gilding Beregond’s Map

As previously discussed, I got around to gilding a few prints of Beregond’s Map. I used dip pens and Windsor & Newton gold calligraphy ink to do so. It took me about 2-3 hours to apply the ink to each print. I’m happy with how they turned out - I think the ink has a nice metallic sheen and really makes the maps pop as well as imparting a more medieval feel to the work, highlighting the most important or sacred elements of the map.

I’ve gilded five prints so far, but may make more if there is enough interest. :)

Mansa Musa depicted on the Catalan Atlas of 1375