About the reproduction
process.
We start with EXTEMELY detailed scans of the original
maps.
The digital images were created by scanning the
original map on a large-format flatbed scanner using a RGB (red-green-blue)
24-bit CCD color sensor (16.8 million colors).
Each raster image is then saved as a TIFF format
file. These TIFF files average approximately 200 to 300 Megabytes and retain
excellent detail.
The TIFF files are then enhanced using image
processing software, we adjust brightness or contrast, removing any age yellowing
as needed to restore the original color to as closely match the original
map as possible, while still maintaing the look of an antique
map.
Any imperfections in the original are generally
retained so that the resulting image is as close to the original as is
possible.
The results is a beautiful reproduction that
retains the appearance and character of the original map that you would be
proud to display.
The intent is to create a reproduction that is
true in nature to an antique map while restoring as much of the original
color as possible. |