Orography Collection

Africa. The Congo. Congo River near Kalubu. Panoramic view
History of Africa. 19th century. The Congo. Panorama of the landscape and the Congo River near Kalubu. Engraving. El Congo y la Creacion del Estado Independiente de este nombre

Africa. Congo. Yellala Falls, views of the left bank
History of Africa. 19th century. Yellala Falls, views of the left bank. Engraving. El Congo y la Creacion del Estado Independiente de este nombre

The Congo. Climbing a slope in the Mpagassa Gorge
History of Africa. 19th century. Climbing a slope in the Mpagassa Gorge. Engraving. El Congo y la Creacion del Estado Independiente de este nombre

Persia, Tehran. Panoramic of the city and Elburz mountains
Persia, Tehran. Panoramic of the city and Elburz mountain range. Engraving by Ales. Panorama Universal. History of Persia, 1851. Date: 2018

Volcano Crater Volcano Off, 1853 (colour litho)
6203314 Volcano Crater Volcano Off, 1853 (colour litho) by Italian School, (19th century); (add.info.: VOLCANO " Volcano crater turned off. No land in Europe abounds more volcanoes than Italy)

Steaming or resting volcano, Lithography Corbetta, Milan, 1853 (colour litho)
6203311 Steaming or resting volcano, Lithography Corbetta, Milan, 1853 (colour litho) by Italian School, (19th century); (add.info.: VULCANO smoking or resting)

Volcano of the Aeolian Islands erupting, with a high gush of lava accompanied in the explosion by a copious amount of
6203310 Volcano of the Aeolian Islands erupting, with a high gush of lava accompanied in the explosion by a copious amount of gas and ash, Lithography Corbetta, Milan

Cartography Hydrographic and Orographic Map of Italy, 1853 (colour litho)
6203313 Cartography Hydrographic and Orographic Map of Italy, 1853 (colour litho) by Italian School, (19th century); (add.info.: CARTOGRAPHY " Hydrographic and orographic map of Italy)

Cartography "Comparative heights of the main mountains of Italy", synoptic table with reliefs, volcanoes
6203312 Cartography " Comparative heights of the main mountains of Italy", synoptic table with reliefs, volcanoes, cities of Milan and Rome, sea level

Brazil, Parana State, Iguacu National Park, Foz do Iguacu, Iguacu waterfalls
Brazil - Parana State - IguaA

Florida people, maps by Gian Battista Ramusio, 1540 and Francesco Grisellini, 1761, detail
Italy - Veneto Region - Venice - Palazzo Ducale (Doges Palace) - Hall of the Maps (Sala delle Mappe) - Florida people - Maps by Gian Battista Ramusio (1540) and Francesco Grisellini (1761). Detail

France, Mont Blanc Massif, Le Trident with Col de la Fourche in background
France - Mont Blanc Massif - Le Trident and the Col de la Fourche in the background

USA, California, Mojave Desert, Rock formations
United States of America - California - Mojave Desert. Rock formations

Italy, Valle d Aosta Region, Mont Blanc Massif, Freestyle skier near Torino Hut
Italy - Valle d Aosta Region - Mont Blanc Massif - Freestyle skier nearby Torino Hut

Brazil, Parana State, Iguacu National Park, Foz do Iguacu, Iguacu waterfalls
Brazil - Parana State - IguaA

Switzerland, Graubunden, Engadin, Morteratsch glacier
Switzerland - Graubunden - Engadin - Morteratsch glacier

Spain, Aragon, Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park, Monte Perdido and Monte Pineta
Spain - Aragon - Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park - Monte Perdido (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1997) and Monte Pineta

France, Mont Blanc Massif, Aiguille du Plan and Aiguille Verte from Glacier du Geant
France - Mont Blanc Massif - Aiguille du Plan and Aiguille Verte seen from the Glacier du Geant

Turkey, Cappadocia, rock formations in Kizil Cultur Valley
Turkey - Cappadocia - Kizil Cultur Valley between Goreme and Urgup

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Orography, the study of mountains and their formation, takes us on a captivating journey across diverse landscapes. In Africa, we find ourselves near Kalubu, where the mighty Congo River flows through breathtaking terrain. The panoramic view reveals the grandeur of this region, showcasing nature's masterpiece. Moving deeper into the heart of Africa, we encounter Yellala Falls in Congo. As we stand on the left bank, our eyes are treated to an awe-inspiring sight as water cascades down with immense force. This natural wonder reminds us of the raw power that shapes our planet. Venturing further into The Congo, we embark on a daring climb up a slope in Mpagassa Gorge. With each step forward, we witness firsthand how orography influences every aspect of our surroundings. The ruggedness of this landscape serves as a testament to Earth's ever-changing topography. Persia welcomes us next with Tehran's panoramic view against the backdrop of Elburz mountains. This juxtaposition between urban life and majestic peaks highlights humanity's coexistence with nature throughout history, and is here that orography intertwines with civilization in harmonious unity. Volcanoes hold an undeniable allure within orographic studies. A lithograph from 1853 transports us to Volcano Crater Off where vibrant colors depict its explosive nature vividly. Another lithograph captures a steaming or resting volcano in Milan during the same era – reminding us that even dormant giants possess an inherent beauty. The Aeolian Islands come alive through yet another lithograph from Milan in 1853; it portrays an erupting volcano spewing lava accompanied by gas and ash-filled explosions—an astonishing display orchestrated by Earth itself. Cartography unveils Italy's intricate topographical details through colorful lithographs dating back to 1853: Hydrographic and Orographic Map showcases Italy's rich geography while Comparative Heights table illustrates synoptic reliefs along with volcanoes like Mount Etna, cities like Milan and Rome, all measured against sea level.