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Fine Art Print : Map of the northern Mexican archipelago and the West Indies, 1688 (engraving)
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Map of the northern Mexican archipelago and the West Indies, 1688 (engraving)
VNK284160 Map of the northern Mexican archipelago and the West Indies, 1688 (engraving) by Coronelli, Vincenzo Maria (1650-1718); Vorontsov Palace, Crimea, Ukraine; (add.info.: Published in Paris in 1688; the elaborately embellished cartouche shows plants, animals, and natives of the region.
By Vincenzo Maria Coronelli, Italian cartographer); © Vadim Nekrasov
Media ID 33069134
© © Vadim Nekrasov / Bridgeman Images
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history of cartography with this stunning Fine Art Print of the Map of the Northern Mexican Archipelago and the West Indies, engraved in 1688 by Vincenzo Maria Coronelli. This intricately detailed map, copyrighted by Vadim Nekrasov from Fine Art Finder, showcases the cartographic knowledge of the time, featuring the West Indies and the Northern Mexican Archipelago. A beautiful addition to any home or office, this print is a testament to the fascination and exploration of the New World. Hang it up and let the stories of the past unfold.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 37.5cm (20" x 14.8")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases a remarkable engraving from 1688, titled "Map of the northern Mexican archipelago and the West Indies". Created by Vincenzo Maria Coronelli, an esteemed Italian cartographer, this map offers a fascinating glimpse into the geography of Central America during the seventeenth century. The intricately detailed cartouche steals the spotlight with its elaborate embellishments depicting plants, animals, and natives indigenous to the region. Published in Paris in 1688, this masterpiece is a testament to Coronelli's exceptional skill and artistry. The vibrant colors bring life to this historical artwork, allowing us to envision what these lands may have looked like centuries ago. From Cuba and Jamaica to Haiti and beyond, each island is meticulously depicted within this enchanting composition. As we explore every inch of this map's coastal lines and contours, we are transported back in time to an era when European explorers were just beginning their journeys across uncharted territories. It serves as a reminder of how far our understanding of geography has come since then. Preserved through Vadim Nekrasov's lens, this print captures not only a work of art but also a valuable piece of history. It invites us to appreciate both the beauty inherent in maps as well as their significance in shaping our understanding of different cultures and landscapes throughout time.
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