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Sea chart East of India (Indonesia) (Double-page), c. 1658 (hand-coloured engraving)
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Sea chart East of India (Indonesia) (Double-page), c. 1658 (hand-coloured engraving)
986260 Sea chart East of India (Indonesia) (Double-page), c.1658 (hand-coloured engraving) by Dutch School, (17th century); 56x66 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sea chart East of India (Indonesia) (Double-page). From Zee-Atlas ofte Water-Wereldt... by Arnold Colom (1623-1668). Dutch School, (17th century). Hand-coloured engraving. Published in Amsterdam, circa 1658. 56 x 66cm.); Photo eChristies Images; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 22638824
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1650s 1658 Artist Dutch Cartographer Cartography Double Page Dutch Art Dutch Artist Dutch School Engraved Far East Geographic Hand Colored Hand Coloring Hand Coloured Hand Colouring Hand Tinted Handcolored Indonesia Mid 17th Century Mid Seventeenth Century Navigation Navigational Equipment Netherlandish Artist Old Masters Page Prints Profession Sea Chart Touring Transit Voyage Colom Handcoloured Natural Space Occupation
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This print showcases a double-page sea chart titled "Sea chart East of India (Indonesia)" from the 17th century. Created by Dutch School artist Arnold Colom, this hand-coloured engraving offers a glimpse into the navigational expertise and artistic skills of the time. Measuring 56x66 cm, this close-up view reveals intricate details of coastlines, shorelines, and geographic features. The vibrant hand tinting adds depth and beauty to the map, highlighting different regions and making it visually appealing. Published in Amsterdam around 1658 as part of Zee-Atlas ofte Water-Wereldt. . . , this sea chart served as an essential tool for sailors embarking on voyages to Asia's far east. Its accuracy and meticulousness were crucial for successful maritime journeys during that era. The image captures a moment frozen in time when cartography was both an art form and a profession. It represents the mastery of Dutch artists in creating detailed maps that guided explorers across vast oceans. Displayed against a natural space backdrop, devoid of any human presence, this print transports us back to the mid-17th century when these charts were indispensable tools for seafarers navigating uncharted waters. With its rich history and cultural significance, this hand-coloured engraving serves as a testament to the skillful craftsmanship of European artists during the Golden Age of Dutch art.
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