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A description of the Sea Coast from Mta. Puercos to Bad Point, 1685 (bound sheet)
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A description of the Sea Coast from Mta. Puercos to Bad Point, 1685 (bound sheet)
7339707 A description of the Sea Coast from Mta. Puercos to Bad Point, 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, Panama and Punta Mala. 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 38177054
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
Cartography Central America Coast Line Panama Panamian Panamians
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This stunning print captures the intricate details of "A description of the Sea Coast from Mta. Puercos to Bad Point, 1685" by William Hack. The artwork, measuring 40x50 cm, is housed in the National Maritime Museum in London and showcases North America's Pacific Coast, specifically Panama and Punta Mala.
Created in the 17th century, this bound sheet is part of an atlas titled 'A Wagoner of the South Sea describing the sea coast from Acapulco to Albemarle Isle', which was translated from a Spanish derrotero captured by Captain Bartholomew Sharpe in 1680. William Hack produced multiple copies of this atlas, with one presented to James II.
The detailed map shows Sharpe's track along with depictions of landmarks such as the silver mine at Potosi. The artwork features a beautifully decorated title cartouche and scale that adds to its historical significance.
With vibrant colors and intricate drawings, this piece serves as both a work of art and a valuable cartographic representation of Central America during the early 17th century. It provides viewers with a glimpse into maritime history while showcasing the beauty and complexity of coastal landscapes along Panama's shoreline.
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