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Mediterranean and Black Seas 1546, 1546 (Vellum)
7340469 Mediterranean and Black Seas 1546, 1546 (Vellum) by Maggiolo, Jacopo Vesconte (1475-1549/61); 47x72 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Maggiolo, Vesconte
Single sheet. Scale: ca.1:6 700 000. Contents Note: Contains a prominent vignette of the city of Genoa. The Madonna is depicted at the neck.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38371958
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
Black Sea Mediterranea Mediterranean Mediterranean Sea Mediterrean Mediterrean Sea Meditteranean
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This stunning print of the Mediterranean and Black Seas from 1546 captures the intricate beauty of cartography in the 16th century. Created by Jacopo Vesconte Maggiolo, a renowned mapmaker of his time, this piece showcases his exceptional talent and attention to detail.
The map features a prominent vignette of the city of Genoa, with the Madonna depicted at the neck. The scale is approximately 1:6,700,000, providing viewers with a comprehensive view of these two iconic bodies of water. The colors used in this print are vibrant and rich, adding to its visual appeal.
As you study this artwork closely, you can appreciate the skill and precision that went into creating such an accurate representation of these seas. From France to Europe and beyond, this map serves as a historical record of maritime routes and territories during this period.
Displayed at the National Maritime Museum in London, UK, this print is not just a work of art but also a valuable historical document. It offers us a glimpse into the past and reminds us of the importance of cartography in understanding our world.
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