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A description of the Sea Coast from Ye Point of Burica to C St. Francis, 1685 (bound sheet)
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A description of the Sea Coast from Ye Point of Burica to C St. Francis, 1685 (bound sheet)
7339714 A description of the Sea Coast from Ye Point of Burica to C St. Francis, 1685 (bound sheet) by Hack, William (17th Century); 40x50 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: William Hack
South America, the Pacific Coast, Colombia and Bahia Bonaventura. 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 38339762
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
Coast Line Colombia Colombia Colombian Colombian Latin America Latine America
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This stunning print captures a detailed description of the Sea Coast from Ye Point of Burica to C St. Francis, dating back to 1685. Created by William Hack in the 17th century, this bound sheet showcases South America's Pacific Coast, specifically Colombia and Bahia Bonaventura.
The atlas was part of 'A Wagoner of the South Sea' and was presented to James II after being captured from a Spanish ship by Captain Bartholomew Sharpe in 1680. The map includes Sharpe's track, illustrations of the silver mine at Potosi, a beautifully decorated title cartouche, and scale measurements.
Hack's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this artwork - from the vibrant colors used to depict the coastline to the intricate drawings that bring each location to life. This piece not only serves as a historical document but also as a work of art that showcases Hack's talent as a cartographer.
As you gaze upon this print, you can't help but be transported back in time to an era where exploration and discovery were at their peak. It is truly a masterpiece that highlights both the beauty and complexity of our world's coastlines.
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