Olaus Magnus Collection
"Olaus Magnus, a 16th-century Swedish cartographer and bishop, is best known for his groundbreaking works on the lands and peoples of the North
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"Olaus Magnus, a 16th-century Swedish cartographer and bishop, is best known for his groundbreaking works on the lands and peoples of the North. His most famous creations include the intricately detailed "Carta Marina," a sea map depicting the Scandinavian region, and "Historia de Gentibus Septentrionalibus," a richly illustrated ethnographic account. The map, adorned with fantastical creatures like sea serpents and magicians selling winds to sailors, was a testament to Olaus's imagination and exploratory spirit. The engravings of "The Great Drinkers of the North" and the "Man being eaten by a sea serpent" further highlight the fantastical elements of Olaus's work, which continue to captivate and intrigue scholars and enthusiasts alike.