Agnese Battista Collection

A double-page map of the Atlantic Ocean, showing the east coast of North
985950 A double-page map of the Atlantic Ocean, showing the east coast of North and South America, 1544 (illuminated manuscript on vellum) by Agnese

Navigation chart showing China
3854274 Navigation chart showing China, Ceylon and the Philippines and the Tropics of Cancer and Capricorn, c.1540 (vellum) by Agnese, Battista (1514-64); Photo © Derek Bayes

Eastern Europe and Central Asia
Cartography, 16th century. Eastern Europe and Central Asia, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

The Indian Ocean and part of Asia and Africa: the course of the Nile river
Cartography, 16th century. The Indian Ocean and part of Asia and Africa: the course of the Nile river, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

Holy Land, Israel and Palestine
Cartography, 16th century. The Holy Land, Israel and Palestine, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

Northern Europe: Iceland, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps
Cartography, 16th century. Northern Europe: Iceland, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

The Indian Ocean and part of Asia and Africa: Malaysia and islands of Java and Sumatra
Cartography, 16th century. The Indian Ocean and part of Asia and Africa: Malaysia and islands of Java and Sumatra, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

Pacific Ocean, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553
Cartography, 16th century. The Pacific Ocean, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

The Indian Ocean and part of Asia and Africa: spring of the Nile river and Madagascar
Cartography, 16th century. The Indian Ocean and part of Asia and Africa: spring of the Nile river and Madagascar, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

Holy Land, Israel and Palestine: Sea of Galilee and city of Tiberias
Cartography, 16th century. The Holy Land, Israel and Palestine: Sea of Galilee and city of Tiberias, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

The Indian Ocean and part of Asia and Africa: the Indian Peninsula
Cartography, 16th century. The Indian Ocean and part of Asia and Africa: the Indian Peninsula, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

Nile river delta, Red Sea and Mount Sinai
Cartography, 16th century. Nile river delta, Red Sea and Mount Sinai, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

Africa, Europe and part of Americas: Central America and Brazil
Cartography, 16th century. Africa, Europe and part of Americas: Central America and Brazil, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

Italy, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553
Cartography, 16th century. Italy, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

Europe: Great Britain and Ireland
Cartography, 16th century. Europe: Great Britain and Ireland, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

The Indian Ocean and part of Asia and Africa
Cartography, 16th century. The Indian Ocean and part of Asia and Africa, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

Europe, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553
Cartography, 16th century. Europe, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

Africa, Europe and part of Americas
Cartography, 16th century. Africa, Europe and part of Americas, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

Africa, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553
Cartography, 16th century. Africa, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

Northern Europe, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553
Cartography, 16th century. Northern Europe, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

Africa: Egypt and Saudi Arabia
Cartography, 16th century. Africa: Egypt and Saudi Arabia, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

Holy Land, Israel and Palestine: Jerusalem and the Dead Sea
Cartography, 16th century. The Holy Land, Israel and Palestine: Jerusalem and the Dead Sea, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

Africa, Europe and part of Americas: Central America
Cartography, 16th century. Africa, Europe and part of Americas: Central America, from Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps, by Battista Agnese, 1553

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"Agnese Battista: Mapping the World in the 16th Century" Step into the fascinating world of Agnese Battista, a renowned cartographer who left an indelible mark on history with his intricate maps. His double-page map of the Atlantic Ocean reveals the east coast of North America, inviting us to explore its uncharted territories. Intriguingly, Battista's navigation chart showcases China, Ceylon, and the Philippines along with the Tropics of Cancer and Capricorn. This vellum masterpiece transports us back to a time when these distant lands were shrouded in mystery. Eastern Europe and Central Asia come alive through Battista's Atlas of the World in thirty-three Maps from 1553. Delicate lines trace borders as we journey through this vast region that was both familiar and unknown to those living during his time. The Indian Ocean takes center stage in another one of Battista's creations. With meticulous detail, he captures not only Asia and Africa but also highlights significant features such as the course of Nile River or Malaysia's islands Java and Sumatra. Battista's talent extends beyond continents; he delves into sacred lands too. Holy Land comes alive under his skilled hand as he depicts Israel and Palestine with precision. From Sea of Galilee to Tiberias city, each element is carefully etched onto paper. As we venture further westward across Northern Europe, Iceland emerges majestically on one of Battista's maps. Its rugged beauty captured for eternity within his Atlas – a testament to both exploration and artistry. The Pacific Ocean unfolds before our eyes through yet another creation by Agnese Battista. We are invited to imagine sailing across its vast expanse while marveling at how this great body connects diverse cultures separated by thousands of miles. From springing forth from Nile river in Africa to Madagascar off its eastern coast – every detail is meticulously portrayed in Battista's maps.