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Liber chronicarum by Hartmann Schedel. The city of Alexandria. 15th century. Latin edition. Colored engraving. Episcopal Library. Barcelona. Spain
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1493 Alexandria Barcelona Catalonia Chronicle Compilation Compiled Document Edition Episcopal Hartmann Incunabula Incunabulum Latin Liber Manuscript Nuremberg Overview Panorama Universal Urbanism Version Walled 15th Chronicarum Schedel
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This stunning colored engraving from the 15th century Liber chronicarum by Hartmann Schedel offers a captivating glimpse into the ancient city of Alexandria. The detailed illustration, compiled in Latin and housed in the Episcopal Library in Barcelona, Spain, showcases the bustling urbanism of this historic Egyptian city.
The image captures an overview of Alexandria's architecture, with its towering castle, churches, and houses enclosed within sturdy walls. The compilation of this document provides a valuable insight into the medieval world as seen through the eyes of German scholar Hartmann Schedel.
As we gaze upon this intricate manuscript, we are transported back to a time when Alexandria was a thriving hub of trade and culture in the Middle Ages. The meticulous attention to detail in this illustration allows us to envision what life may have been like within these ancient walls.
This Latin edition of Liber chronicarum serves as a testament to the universal appeal and enduring legacy of historical chronicles. It is not just a book but a window into another era, offering us a glimpse into the past that continues to fascinate and inspire us today.
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