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Christopher Columbus at La Rabida, 1872. By F. Adam
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Christopher Columbus at La Rabida, 1872. By F. Adam
Christopher Columbus (1451-1506). Genoese navigator. Columbus at the Convent of La Rabida, 1872. Copy by F. Adam of the homonimous painting by Eduardo Cano de la Pena. Maritime Museum. Barcelona. Spain
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This 19th-century print depicts Christopher Columbus (1451-1506), the renowned Genoese navigator, at the Convent of La Rabida in Huelva, Spain. The image is a copy by F. Adam of the original painting by Eduardo Cano de la Pena, which is now housed in Barcelona's Maritime Museum. Columbus, dressed in the attire of a man of the 15th century, is seen attentively studying a map spread out on the floor. A young boy, believed to be Columbus' brother Diego, stands beside him, looking on with curiosity as Columbus explains the intricacies of cartography to the child. Columbus holds a compass in one hand and a book in the other, indicating his deep engagement in the study of geography and navigation. The painting, created in 1872, captures the essence of Columbus' determination and intellectual curiosity as he prepared for his historic voyage to the Americas. The setting of the Convent of La Rabida, a Franciscan monastery in Andalusia, adds to the spiritual and contemplative atmosphere of the scene. The print offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the world was still being discovered and explored, and when the spirit of adventure knew no bounds. The image is a testament to the enduring legacy of Columbus and his groundbreaking achievements, which forever changed the course of history.
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