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Design to make use of heat to improve navigation, illustration from De Machinis (pen and ink and w / c on paper)
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Design to make use of heat to improve navigation, illustration from De Machinis (pen and ink and w / c on paper)
XIR370208 Design to make use of heat to improve navigation, illustration from De Machinis (pen and ink and w/c on paper) by Mariano di Jacopo (detto il Taccola) (1382-c.1453) (after); Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana, Venice, Italy; (add.info.: Mariano Taccola: Italian artist and engineer of the early Renaissance; best known for his treatises De Ingeneis & De Machinis ; wide range of innovative machines and engines; The manuscript in Venice is a contemporary 15th century copy of the original manuscripts in Munich and Florence; )
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This print showcases a design that ingeniously harnesses heat to enhance navigation. Created by Mariano di Jacopo, also known as il Taccola, during the early Renaissance period, this illustration is part of his renowned treatises De Ingeneis & De Machinis. The artwork depicts a boat equipped with an innovative heating mechanism. The artist-engineer's imaginative concept aimed to revolutionize transportation at sea. By utilizing heat as a means of propulsion, this vessel sought to improve efficiency and speed on waterways. Taccola's inventive mind shines through in this intricate pen and ink drawing enhanced with watercolor. Housed in the Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana in Venice, Italy, this 15th-century copy preserves Taccola's original manuscripts from Munich and Florence. It serves as a testament to his wide range of machines and engines designed for various purposes. The image transports us back to the Renaissance era when ingenuity was celebrated alongside artistic expression. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are reminded of the boundless human imagination that has driven progress throughout history. Whether used for passenger transportation or shipping goods across vast seas, this design represents the intersection between artistry and practicality. It symbolizes humanity's ceaseless quest for innovation and improvement in our modes of transport. Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate masterpieces like these that capture both historical significance and creative brilliance without commercial intent overshadowing their beauty.
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