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Poster Print : Elmina from Civitates Orbis Terrarum, c. 1572 (coloured engraving)
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Elmina from Civitates Orbis Terrarum, c. 1572 (coloured engraving)
3471651 Elmina from Civitates Orbis Terrarum, c.1572 (coloured engraving) by Braun, Georg (1541-1622) and Hogenberg, Franz (1535-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Georg Braun (1541-1622) and Frans Hogenberg (1535-90) Portuguese port detail from Map of Calicut. An enclosed village (pagus) beside the castle of So Jorge da Mina (Guinea, modern Ghana). The fort of St George was built in 1482 on the orders of King John II of Portugal to protect the first European gold trading post on Africas Gold Coast. The village was called Mina after the mine.
); German, out of copyright
Media ID 22445498
© Bridgeman Images
Atlantic Ghana Gold Coast Guinea Gulf Merchants Mine Mining Moorish Portuguese St George Trading El Mina Ghanian Mina
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the captivating image of Elmina from Civitates Orbis Terrarum, a masterpiece created by the renowned Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. This stunning coloured engraving, produced by Georg Braun and Franz Hogenberg in 1572, offers a glimpse into the rich history of the world as it was known during the Renaissance era. Bring the intrigue and wonder of the past into your home or office with this beautiful and authentic work of art.
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Estimated Product Size is 42.6cm x 30.6cm (16.8" x 12")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This coloured engraving, titled "Elmina from Civitates Orbis Terrarum" takes us back to the year 1572 and offers a glimpse into the bustling Portuguese port of Elmina. Created by Georg Braun and Franz Hogenberg, this print is part of their renowned work, Civitates Orbis Terrarum. The image showcases an enclosed village nestled beside the majestic castle of So Jorge da Mina in modern-day Ghana. This fortification was constructed in 1482 under King John II's orders as a safeguard for Europe's first gold trading post on Africa's Gold Coast. The village itself derived its name from the mine it was situated near - Mina. Intriguingly, this engraving reveals several ships dotting the Atlantic Ocean, symbolizing the vibrant trade between African merchants and European traders. The presence of these vessels highlights Elmina's significance as a hub for commerce and maritime activities during that era. The print also captures the essence of coastal living with its depiction of dwellings along the shoreline. It serves as a reminder of how communities adapted to their surroundings while engaging in lucrative mining operations along Africa's western coast. With its intricate details and historical context, this artwork provides us with a window into an important chapter in global history: when European powers sought to establish footholds on foreign shores through trade and exploration.
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