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Map of El Viejo, 1682 (paper)
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Map of El Viejo, 1682 (paper)
7339597 Map of El Viejo, 1682 (paper) by Ringrose, Basil (c.1653-83); 16x20 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Basil Ringrose
The map also shows Nicaragua, Latitude is noted, shallows and anchorage are marked and a ship is shown coming by river from Fonseca.It's from a book of sailing directions of 110ff: The South Sea Waggoner shewing the making & bearing of all the coasts from California to the Streights of Le Maire done from the Spanish originall by Basil Ringrose'. The charts all have a square pencil grid for making copies. The source was a Spanish derrotero captured by Captain Sharpe in the Trinity, with Ringrose on board, from the Spanish ship Rosario off modern Ecuador on 29 July 1681.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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This stunning print of the Map of El Viejo, dating back to 1682, offers a fascinating glimpse into the cartography of the 17th century. Created by Basil Ringrose, this intricate map not only showcases El Viejo in Nicaragua but also includes detailed notes on latitude, shallows, and anchorage points. The presence of a ship coming upriver from Fonseca adds a sense of movement and exploration to the scene.
Part of a larger book of sailing directions known as 'The South Sea Waggoner,' this map was meticulously drawn with a square pencil grid for easy replication. Its origin can be traced back to a Spanish derrotero captured by Captain Sharpe in 1681, highlighting the interconnectedness and exchange between different seafaring nations during that time.
The vibrant colors used in this artwork bring life to the historical details depicted on paper. From the coastlines to inland territories, every element is carefully illustrated with precision and care. This piece serves as both an informative tool for navigation and a work of art that captures the spirit of exploration in the early modern era.
Displayed at the National Maritime Museum in London, this Map of El Viejo is not just a geographical representation but also a testament to human curiosity and ingenuity in mapping out unknown lands centuries ago.
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