Sanson Collection

Monestry of Sant Cugat del Valles (province of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain)
3499715 Monestry of Sant Cugat del Valles (province of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain); (add.info.: Monestry of Sant Cugat del Valles (province of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain). 10th to 12th centuries

Hemispheres

Union League, Broad and Sanson Street, Philadelphia, PA, USA
Union League, Broad Street and Sanson Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. Date: circa 1908

Diego Garc?=?a de Paredes (1468-1533). Engraving. Colored
Diego Garc?=?a de Paredes (1468-1533). Spanish military. Engraving. Colored

MAP OF NORTH AMERICA, 1650. By Nicolas Sanson; the first printed map to show all five of the Great Lakes and vaguely locating the legendary lands of Cibola and Quivira in the southwest

Altarpiece. Old Cathedral. Salamanca. Spain
Spain. Salamanca. Old Cathedral. Main Altarpiece by Dello Delli (1404-1466)

1687, Sanson, Rossi Map of Asia, topography, cartography, geography, land, illustration
1687, Sanson, Rossi Map of Asia

Map of the area east and south of Brussels and the county of Namur (leaf left) Belgium, Cornelis Huyberts, Sanson, Pieter Mortier, 1689 - 1712

Different Systems of Sailing in the Air. Featuring the inventions of: 1. Alban 2. Petin 3. Henin 4. Helle 5
FLYING MACHINES, 1864. Different Systems of Sailing in the Air. Featuring the inventions of: 1. Alban 2. Petin 3. Henin 4. Helle 5. Julien and Sanson 6. Jarcot 7. Teisol 8. Moreau-Seguin 9. Nadar

Engraved chart of northern Canada, French, 18th century, after Nicolas Sansons map of 1650
MAP OF CANADA, 1650. Engraved chart of northern Canada, French, 18th century, after Nicolas Sansons map of 1650

Traditional wooden church, Sanson, Manawatu, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Carasco Beats Quixote
He is finally beaten by his friend Sanson Carasco, who makes him swear not to take up arms again for a year

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"Sanson: A Journey Through Time and Space" Step into the world of Sanson, where history and art intertwine to create a captivating narrative. From the Hemispheres to Diego García de Paredes' engraving, every piece tells a story. At Union League on Broad and Sanson Street in Philadelphia, PA, USA, one can admire an exquisite altarpiece from the Old Cathedral in Salamanca, Spain. Its intricate details transport you back in time. Nicolas Sanson's Map of North America (1650) stands as a testament to his pioneering spirit. It was the first printed map to showcase the entire continent—a remarkable achievement that shaped our understanding of geography. In another corner lies The Kaffir War engraving (1687), showcasing Sanson's talent for capturing historical events with precision. This masterpiece brings forth the intensity and struggles faced during those times. Sanson's expertise extends beyond cartography; his 1687 map of Asia showcases topography like never before seen. With meticulous detail and stunning illustrations, it offers a glimpse into distant lands waiting to be explored. Traveling closer to home, we find ourselves immersed in Brussels' surroundings through Sanson's map. The leaf left depicts Namur County with such accuracy that it feels like stepping onto its very streets. But let us not forget about innovation. In 1864, wood engravings featured different systems of sailing in the air—among them were inventions by Alban, Petin, Henin. . and who could overlook Julien and Sanson? Their contributions pushed boundaries and fueled dreams of flight. Heading northward towards Canada reveals yet another marvel—an engraved chart from Nicolas Sansons' original 1650 map. French craftsmanship breathes life into this depiction of northern Canada—a true homage to exploration. Amidst all these grandeur lies tranquility—the sight of a traditional wooden church evokes feelings of peace and serenity.