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Chart of Mediterranean Sea, with part of the Black Sea, 1626 (vellum)
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Chart of Mediterranean Sea, with part of the Black Sea, 1626 (vellum)
7340473 Chart of Mediterranean Sea, with part of the Black Sea, 1626 (vellum) by Oliva, Placido Caloiro e (c.1621-65); 68x43 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Placido Caloiro y Oliva
This is a 'Portulan' or 'Portolan' chart. These charts originated in the Mediterranean in the thirteenth century and take their name from the written sailing directions, 'portolani', which they supplemented and superseded. They were drawn and painted on vellum, using a network of intersecting rhumb (direction) lines radiating out from compass roses. Characteristic features include place names tightly packed onto the coast, together with flags and banners and vignettes of cities.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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Black Sea Mediterranean Sea Mediterrean Sea
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This stunning print of a Chart of the Mediterranean Sea, with part of the Black Sea, dating back to 1626, offers a fascinating glimpse into the intricate world of cartography during the seventeenth century. Created by Placido Caloiro y Oliva, this 'Portulan' chart is a true work of art on vellum.
The detailed network of intersecting rhumb lines radiating from compass roses provides sailors with essential navigational information for their journeys across these historic waters. Place names are densely packed along the coastlines, accompanied by flags, banners, and vignettes of cities that add to the visual richness of the map.
As we gaze upon this piece from the National Maritime Museum in London, we are transported back in time to an era when exploration and discovery were at their peak. The vibrant colors and meticulous attention to detail showcase both the practicality and beauty inherent in early cartographic works.
Whether you're a history buff or simply appreciate fine art, this print is sure to captivate your imagination and spark curiosity about the seafaring adventures that once took place in these legendary seas. It serves as a reminder of our enduring fascination with maps as windows into worlds both real and imagined.
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