Photographic Print : Juan de la Cosa (1460-1509)
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Juan de la Cosa (1460-1509)
Juan de la Cosa (1460-1509). Spanish navigator and cartographer. Portrait
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Media ID 14353201
© Thaliastock / Mary Evans
1460 1509 Americas Bearded Biscayan Cartographer Castilian Cosa Designer Earliest Explorer Juan Navigator 15th Mappa
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Bring the rich history of exploration to your home or office with our exquisite Juan de la Cosa print from Media Storehouse. This stunning portrait of the Spanish navigator and cartographer, Juan de la Cosa (1460-1509), captured by an unknown artist, is now available as a high-quality photographic print. Juan de la Cosa is known for his influential world map, which significantly influenced later cartography. Add this captivating piece to your collection and transport yourself back in time, with the intriguing story of this important historical figure. Order your Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online through Media Storehouse today.
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 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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
Juan de la Cosa (1460-1509): A Prominent Figure in the Age of Discovery This portrait depicts Juan de la Cosa, a Spanish navigator and cartographer, born in the late 15th century. De la Cosa played a significant role in the European exploration and mapping of the Americas during the 16th century. His bearded face, adorned with a Castilian hat, exudes an air of wisdom and experience. De la Cosa was a Biscayan man, hailing from the Basque region of Spain. He is best known for designing and drawing the earliest European map depicting the newly discovered lands in the Americas. This map, known as the "Cosa World Map," was created around 1500 and is considered a crucial document in the history of cartography. The intricate details of de la Cosa's face in this portrait reveal the passage of time and the many voyages he undertook during his career. His beard, styled in the fashion of the era, frames his face, while the hat, a common accessory for sailors and explorers, shields him from the elements. As a navigator, de la Cosa sailed on numerous voyages, contributing to the expansion of European knowledge of the world. His cartographic achievements laid the groundwork for future explorers and mapmakers, shaping the way Europeans understood the geography of the Americas. This portrait serves as a testament to the courage and curiosity of de la Cosa and the many other explorers who ventured into the unknown during the Age of Discovery.
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