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A description of the Old Town & the Port of Realejo, 1685 (bound sheet)
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A description of the Old Town & the Port of Realejo, 1685 (bound sheet)
7339692 A description of the Old Town & the Port of Realejo, 1685 (bound sheet) by Hack, William (17th Century); 40x50 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: William Hack
North America, the Pacific Coast, Nicaragua and El Viejo. Bound in A Wagoner of the South Sea describing the sea coast from Acapulco to Albemarle isle, an English translation of a Spanish derrotero captured from the Spanish ship Rosario by Captain Bartholomew Sharpe in 1680. Hack made multiple copies of this atlas. This one was presented to James II. It shows Sharpe's track, depicts the silver mine at Potosi, has a decorated title cartouche and scale.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38510008
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
Boat Dock Central America Coast Line Harbor Area Harbour Area Harbours Port Area
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This stunning print captures the essence of the Old Town and Port of Realejo in 1685, as depicted by William Hack, a renowned 17th-century cartographer. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring to life this historic scene from North America's Pacific Coast, specifically Nicaragua and El Viejo.
Bound within 'A Wagoner of the South Sea,' an English translation of a Spanish derrotero captured by Captain Bartholomew Sharpe in 1680, this bound sheet showcases Hack's skillful craftsmanship. Presented to James II, it not only illustrates Sharpe's track but also features the silver mine at Potosi and a beautifully decorated title cartouche with a scale.
The coastal landscape portrayed in this artwork is filled with bustling activity - boats docked at the port, city buildings lining the shore, and harbors teeming with maritime life. The attention to detail in every aspect of this map is truly remarkable, making it a valuable historical artifact that offers insight into the past.
As you gaze upon this print, you can almost hear the sounds of seagulls overhead and feel the salty breeze coming off the sea. It serves as a window into another time, inviting you to explore and imagine what life was like in Realejo centuries ago.
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