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Tanger map [Tangiers], 1664 (drawing)
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Tanger map [Tangiers], 1664 (drawing)
7339586 Tanger map [Tangiers], 1664 (drawing) by Gomme, Bernard de (1620-85); 5.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Bernard de Gomme
Bound sheet. Col. ms. Medium: Laid on linen. Physical description Note: Thirteen irregular sheets, joined and folded. Scale: [ca. 1:1 200 (bar)]. Cartographic Note: North at 200 degrees. Soundings marked in the mole. Scale in feet. Additional Places: Tangier. Contents Note: Proposed fortifications shown as dotted traces with dimensions and angles. Street plan. Indication of relief. Bound in volume ten of the Dartmouth collection of maps and plans.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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Moroccan Morocco Morocco Moroccan Tangier Tangiers Africa African African Arab Civilization Arab Culture Arabians Geographer Maghreb Maghrebi Maghrebian
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This intricate and detailed 1664 drawing of a Tanger map by Bernard de Gomme offers a fascinating glimpse into the historical city of Tangiers. The map, housed at the National Maritime Museum in London, showcases proposed fortifications with dotted traces, street plans, and indications of relief. Created during the 17th century, this work of art provides valuable insight into the geography and cartography of North Africa.
The bound sheet is laid on linen and consists of thirteen irregular sheets joined and folded together. With a scale of approximately 1:1,200 (bar) and north facing at 200 degrees, this map includes soundings marked in the mole and scales in feet for reference.
As you explore this black-and-white drawing, you can immerse yourself in the rich history of Tangier - from its Moroccan roots to its Arab culture. The meticulous attention to detail in this artwork reflects both the skill of de Gomme as a geographer and artist.
Whether you are an enthusiast for maps or simply appreciate works of art from centuries past, this Tanger map print is sure to captivate your imagination with its historical significance and artistic beauty.
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