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St. Salvador, 1685 (bound sheet)
7339687 St. Salvador, 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 and El Salvador. 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
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This stunning print of St. Salvador, 1685 by William Hack transports us back to the 17th century, a time of exploration and discovery. The intricate details captured in this bound sheet offer a glimpse into North America, the Pacific Coast, and El Salvador as seen through the eyes of an English cartographer.
Bound within 'A Wagoner of the South Sea', an atlas capturing the sea coast from Acapulco to Albemarle Isle, this particular piece was presented to James II and showcases Captain Bartholomew Sharpe's track along with depictions of the silver mine at Potosi. The elaborate title cartouche and scale add to its charm and historical significance.
As we study this artwork, we are reminded of the importance of cartography in shaping our understanding of geography and history. The vibrant colors used by Hack bring life to coastal scenes and shorelines depicted on this map, making it not just a navigational tool but also a work of art.
This print from the National Maritime Museum in London serves as a reminder of our past explorations and discoveries, inviting us to delve deeper into the rich tapestry of our world's maritime history.
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