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Ballestilla. 16th century
Ballestilla (Jacob's staff). Navigational instrument used to calculate the height of the sun and other celestial bodies over the horizon for use in nautical navigation. 16th century. Maria Pita House Museum. Corunna, Galicia, Spain
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Astronomy Coruna Corunna Galicia Instrument Jacobs Latitude Maria Measurement Measuring Nautical Navigation Pita Staff Cross Staff
20x30 inch Poster Print
Discover the captivating history of nautical navigation with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the intriguing Ballestilla, also known as Jacob's staff. Dating back to the 16th century, this navigational instrument was a crucial tool for seafarers to calculate the height of the sun and other celestial bodies over the horizon. This stunning vintage image, sourced from Prisma Archivo Fotografico at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time, offering a unique glimpse into maritime history. Add this educational and aesthetically pleasing poster print to your collection and embellish your space with a touch of historical charm.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This 16th century photograph depicts the Ballestilla, also known as the Jacob's staff or Ballestina, an intriguing navigational instrument housed at the Maria Pita House Museum in Corunna, Galicia, Spain. The Ballestilla was a vital tool for seafarers during the Age of Discovery, enabling them to calculate the height of the sun and other celestial bodies above the horizon for determining latitude and navigational positioning at sea. Crafted from wood, this exquisite object features a cross staff with graduated scales, allowing mariners to take precise measurements. The Ballestilla's historical significance lies in its role as a precursor to more advanced astronomical instruments, such as the sextant, which revolutionized navigation in the centuries that followed. The interior of the museum showcases this remarkable artifact, preserving it for future generations to appreciate the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the seafaring communities of the past. The Ballestilla is a testament to the rich maritime history of Spain, particularly in the region of Galicia, which was a hub for exploration and trade during the 16th century. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when navigators relied on their wits, their knowledge of the stars, and their trusty instruments to traverse the vast oceans and expand the horizons of human exploration.
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