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Vasco da Gamas route around Africa, 1400s

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Vasco da Gamas route around Africa, 1400s

Africa as known after Vasco da Gamas discoveries, from map of Juan de la Cosa, 1500.
Hand-colored woodcut reproduction

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1400s 1500s 15th Century 16th Century Africa African Age Of Discovery Cartography Colonial Colony Discovery Exploration Explore Explorer Navigation Portuguese Sailing Ship Ship Trade Trade Route 1500 Cape Of Good Hope Da Gama Equator Juan De La Cosa Vasco Da Gama


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This print showcases the historical significance of Vasco da Gama's route around Africa in the 1400s. The image, a hand-colored woodcut reproduction from Juan de la Cosa's map dating back to 1500, takes us on a visual journey through time. The vintage aesthetic of this print transports us to an era when trade and exploration were at the forefront of global affairs. It depicts a majestic sailing ship navigating uncharted waters along the African coastline, symbolizing the spirit of adventure and discovery that defined this period. As we delve into this illustration, we are reminded of Africa as it was known after Vasco da Gama's groundbreaking discoveries. The map highlights key landmarks such as the Cape of Good Hope and emphasizes Portugal's colonial influence in establishing trading ports along its path. With intricate details meticulously captured by Juan de la Cosa, one cannot help but marvel at his cartographic skills and artistic talent. This piece serves as both an educational tool for understanding history and a work of art that encapsulates the Age of Discovery. Through this photo print, we are transported back to a time when brave explorers like Vasco da Gama paved new trade routes across vast oceans, forever shaping our world's interconnectedness. It is a testament to human curiosity and resilience—a reminder that our heritage is intertwined with these remarkable journeys into the unknown.

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