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Photographic Print : Amerigo Vespucci (1454-1512) landing in America, engraved by Theodor Galle (1571-1633)
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Amerigo Vespucci (1454-1512) landing in America, engraved by Theodor Galle (1571-1633)
XIR239763 Amerigo Vespucci (1454-1512) landing in America, engraved by Theodor Galle (1571-1633) (engraving) by Straet, Jan van der (Giovanni Stradano) (1523-1605) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: friend and companion of Christopher Columbus; his name given to American continent; claimed to have been first to reach mainland America; ); Netherlandish, out of copyright
Media ID 12768880
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10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
"Discover history with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print of Amerigo Vespucci's legendary landing in America. This captivating engraving, created by Theodor Galle in the 17th century, is based on an original work by Jan van der Straet. Witness the excitement and exploration as Amerigo Vespucci sets foot on the new world in this intricately detailed masterpiece. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with our high-quality, museum-grade photographic print, perfect for any decor or collection."
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the historic moment of Amerigo Vespucci's landing in America, beautifully engraved by Theodor Galle. In this artwork, created by Jan van der Straet (Giovanni Stradano), we witness the arrival of the renowned Italian navigator and explorer on the shores of a new continent. Amerigo Vespucci, a close friend and companion of Christopher Columbus, is depicted standing tall amidst his crew on a majestic galleon. With his trusty sextant in hand, he gazes out towards the unknown horizon with determination and curiosity. As he sets foot on this uncharted land, Vespucci claims to be the first to reach mainland America. The scene is filled with symbolism and rich details that transport us back to that era. A Christian banner flutters proudly atop one of the ship's masts while a cross stands firmly planted in the ground as a testament to their faith. Native inhabitants observe this foreign arrival from afar, their presence marked by columns of smoke rising from distant fires. Intriguingly, amidst all these elements lie hints at both nature's beauty and its primitive realities. A nude female figure rests peacefully in a hammock nearby while exotic animals like tapirs roam freely alongside horses brought from Europe. This remarkable engraving not only commemorates Amerigo Vespucci's significant role in history but also serves as an exploration into early encounters between different cultures – an evocative reminder of our shared human journey across time and continents
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