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Fine Art Print : The British Isles, Iberia and Northwest Africa, detail from a world atlas, 1565 (vellum)
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The British Isles, Iberia and Northwest Africa, detail from a world atlas, 1565 (vellum)
XJL208769 The British Isles, Iberia and Northwest Africa, detail from a world atlas, 1565 (vellum) by Homem, Diego (16th century); The National Library of Russia, St. Petersburg, Russia; Portuguese, out of copyright
Media ID 12705307
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Compass Del Mundo Diego Homm Iceland Portugues Mauritania
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich historical detail of this exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a captivating detail from a 1565 world atlas by Diego Homem. This stunning image, sourced from Bridgeman Art Library via Fine Art Finder, showcases The British Isles, Iberia, and Northwest Africa as depicted in the ancient cartography of the time. Transport yourself back to the 16th century with this intricately detailed and beautifully preserved vellum map, perfect for adding a touch of history and artistry to your home or office decor.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 38cm x 59.4cm (15" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The British Isles, Iberia and Northwest Africa - A Glimpse into the 16th Century World
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. This print showcases a remarkable detail from a world atlas created in 1565 by Diego Homem, an esteemed Portuguese cartographer of the 16th century. The image depicts the British Isles, Iberia (modern-day Spain and Portugal), and Northwest Africa with astonishing precision on vellum. The intricate craftsmanship of this ancient map is truly awe-inspiring. Every contour of landmasses, every meandering coastline, and even minute details like rivers and mountain ranges are meticulously rendered. This masterpiece offers us a unique window into how these regions were perceived during that era. As we explore this historic artwork further, we can discern various fascinating elements. The British Isles reveal their distinctive shape, including Great Britain itself along with Ireland. Across the water lies mainland Europe encompassing France and Spain's vast territories. Moving southwards towards Africa's northwest coast, Mauritania emerges prominently on the map. Its geographical features are intricately depicted alongside other neighboring countries in North Africa. One cannot help but marvel at Homem's skillful use of cartographic techniques to create such an accurate representation of these lands centuries ago. This print serves as a testament to his mastery as well as our human fascination with exploration and understanding our place in the world. Displayed against a backdrop featuring compass roses indicating cardinal directions, this photograph captures not only historical significance but also artistic beauty that transcends time itself.
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