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Canvas Print : SURVEYING, 1598. A surveyor and his assistant take comfortable sightings on the

SURVEYING, 1598. A surveyor and his assistant take comfortable sightings on the



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SURVEYING, 1598. A surveyor and his assistant take comfortable sightings on the

SURVEYING, 1598.
A surveyor and his assistant take comfortable sightings on the countryside as a dial records distances by counting the revolutions of their carriage wheels. Woodcut, German, 1598

Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age

Media ID 12407534

1598 Assistant Carriage Country Driver Germany Riding Crop Surveyor Technology


30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print

Step back in time with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints featuring Granger Art's "SURVEYING, 1598." This captivating woodcut image transports you to the past as a surveyor and his assistant meticulously take sightings in the countryside. The dial records distances by counting the revolutions of their carriage wheels, showcasing the intricacy and precision of 16th-century surveying techniques. Our high-quality canvas prints bring the rich history of art to your home, adding a touch of timeless elegance and charm to any decor.

Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.

Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang

Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.


EDITORS COMMENTS
In this woodcut print from 1598, we are transported back in time to witness the daily life of a surveyor and his assistant in late Renaissance Germany. The scene depicts two men on horseback, immersed in their work as they traverse the picturesque countryside. The surveyor, holding a riding crop with authority, directs his assistant's attention towards distant landmarks while taking comfortable sightings. What makes this image particularly intriguing is the innovative technology employed by these skilled workers. A dial attached to their carriage wheels records distances by counting revolutions—a remarkable feat for its time. This clever mechanism showcases the ingenuity and resourcefulness of early transportation methods. The serene beauty of the German landscape serves as an idyllic backdrop for this snapshot into history. As we observe these dedicated individuals going about their tasks with precision and focus, it becomes evident that their work was crucial for mapping and understanding the world around them. This woodcut print not only offers us a glimpse into an era long gone but also reminds us of humanity's unyielding pursuit of knowledge and progress. It captures a moment frozen in time—an ode to both technological advancement and the tireless efforts of those who shaped our understanding of geography centuries ago.

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