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Photo Mug : Vasco da Gamas route around Africa, 1400s
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Vasco da Gamas route around Africa, 1400s
Africa as known after Vasco da Gamas discoveries, from map of Juan de la Cosa, 1500.
Hand-colored woodcut reproduction
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5875819
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1400s 1500s 15th Century 16th Century Africa African Age Of Discovery Cartography Colonial Colony Discovery Exploration Explore Explorer Navigation Portuguese Sailing Ship Ship Trade Trade Route 1500 Cape Of Good Hope Da Gama Equator Juan De La Cosa Vasco Da Gama
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"Bring history to your morning routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring the iconic map of Vasco da Gama's historic voyage around Africa in the 1400s. This high-quality mug showcases an intricately detailed reproduction of the map from Juan de la Cosa's map of 1500, hand-colored for an authentic touch. Relive the stories of exploration and discovery with every sip of your favorite beverage. Perfect as a gift for history buffs or travel enthusiasts."
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8.1cm high x 9.6cm diameter (3.2" x 3.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the historical significance of Vasco da Gama's route around Africa in the 1400s. The image, a hand-colored woodcut reproduction from Juan de la Cosa's map dating back to 1500, takes us on a visual journey through time. The vintage aesthetic of this print transports us to an era when trade and exploration were at the forefront of global affairs. It depicts a majestic sailing ship navigating uncharted waters along the African coastline, symbolizing the spirit of adventure and discovery that defined this period. As we delve into this illustration, we are reminded of Africa as it was known after Vasco da Gama's groundbreaking discoveries. The map highlights key landmarks such as the Cape of Good Hope and emphasizes Portugal's colonial influence in establishing trading ports along its path. With intricate details meticulously captured by Juan de la Cosa, one cannot help but marvel at his cartographic skills and artistic talent. This piece serves as both an educational tool for understanding history and a work of art that encapsulates the Age of Discovery. Through this photo print, we are transported back to a time when brave explorers like Vasco da Gama paved new trade routes across vast oceans, forever shaping our world's interconnectedness. It is a testament to human curiosity and resilience—a reminder that our heritage is intertwined with these remarkable journeys into the unknown.
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