Travels Of Marco Polo Collection (page 2)

"Journeying through the Ages: The Epic Travels of Marco Polo" Embark on a captivating voyage as we delve into the remarkable travels of Marco Polo

Travels Of Marco Polo Collection: Ms Fr 2810 f. 188, Navigators using an astrolabe in the Indian Ocean, from the Livre

Ms Fr 2810 f. 188, Navigators using an astrolabe in the Indian Ocean, from the Livre
BAL52739 Ms Fr 2810 f.188, Navigators using an astrolabe in the Indian Ocean, from the Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c.1410-12 (tempera on vellum) by Boucicaut Master

Travels Of Marco Polo Collection: Ms Fr 2810 f. 14v, Marco Polo with elephants and camels arriving at Hormuz on the

Ms Fr 2810 f. 14v, Marco Polo with elephants and camels arriving at Hormuz on the
BAL38966 Ms Fr 2810 f.14v, Marco Polo with elephants and camels arriving at Hormuz on the Gulf of Persia from India, from the Livre des Merveilles du Monde

Travels Of Marco Polo Collection: Facsimile of the frontispiece from the first German edition of The Travels of Marco Polo

Facsimile of the frontispiece from the first German edition of The Travels of Marco Polo
BAL34673 Facsimile of the frontispiece from the first German edition of The Travels of Marco Polo, Nuremberg, published 1477 (litho) by German School

Travels Of Marco Polo Collection: Ms Fr 2810 f. 72, The Great Khans soldiers take the island of Sypangu, from the

Ms Fr 2810 f. 72, The Great Khans soldiers take the island of Sypangu, from the
XIR220421 Ms Fr 2810 f.72, The Great Khans soldiers take the island of Sypangu, from the Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c.1410-12 (tempera on vellum) (see also 176644) by Boucicaut Master

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"Journeying through the Ages: The Epic Travels of Marco Polo" Embark on a captivating voyage as we delve into the remarkable travels of Marco Polo, chronicled in the ancient manuscript Ms Fr 2810. This extraordinary collection of illustrations and narratives unveils a world brimming with wonder, danger, and cultural marvels. Intriguingly depicted in An Execution in Afghanistan, we witness Polo's encounters with the harsh realities of distant lands. Through tempera on vellum artistry, this scene transports us to a time when life hung precariously by a thread amidst foreign customs and traditions. Yet not all was perilous; Paradise Garden reveals an enchanting oasis captured within Rustichello da Pisa's masterpiece. Vibrant colors dance across vellum pages, inviting readers to bask in the beauty that awaited Polo at every turn. The brothers' first meeting with Kublai Khan is brought to life in Ms Fr 2810 f. 2v—a momentous occasion immortalized through delicate brushstrokes. Witness their awe-inspiring encounter with one of history's most influential leaders as they embarked upon an unprecedented journey under his patronage. As our expedition continues, Islands on the South Coast of Arabia beckon us towards unexplored territories filled with exotic treasures and untold tales. These vivid depictions transport us back to a time when maritime exploration held boundless promise for intrepid adventurers like Polo. Genghis Khan's final moments are poignantly portrayed in c. 1410 miniature artwork—his last recommendations echoing through generations yet to come. In Tax Raised by Genghis Khan on Salt, Sugar and Spices in Quinsay City, we catch glimpses of his empire's vast reach and economic prowess—an empire that shaped Asia forevermore. Hassan i Sabbah leading initiations at Alamut offers insight into mystical practices encountered during Polo’s odyssey.