Map coasts Flanders Normandy England Description

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Map coasts Flanders Normandy England Description

Map of the coasts of Flanders, Normandy and England Description of the sea Custen van Vlanderen and Picardien (...) (title on object), representation of Last Judgment, with the archangel Michael weighing the souls (or dividing the blessed and the damned), Flanders, Normandy, England, Joannes van Doetechum (I) (mentioned on object), 1580 - 1581, paper, letterpress printing, h 320 mm × w 512 mm

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Media ID 19547663

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1580 1581 Blessed Coasts Damned Dividing Flanders Last Judgment Letterpress Printing Normandy Representation Souls Title Mentioned

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the Liszt Collection takes us back to the year 1580-1581, immersing us in a world of historical significance and artistic brilliance. The image showcases a meticulously detailed map depicting the coasts of Flanders, Normandy, and England. As we delve into this intricate cartographic masterpiece, we are drawn to its accompanying description that unravels tales of seafaring adventures. The title on the object reveals an intriguing representation of the Last Judgment, where archangel Michael assumes the weighty task of weighing souls or dividing them between blessedness and damnation. This religious imagery adds a profound layer to an already visually stunning piece. Crafted by Joannes van Doetechum (I), a renowned artist mentioned on the object itself, this print is testament to his exceptional skill in letterpress printing. Measuring 320 mm in height and 512 mm in width, it commands attention with its grandeur. As we gaze upon this remarkable artifact from centuries past, our imagination transports us to an era when maps were not just navigational tools but also works of art. It serves as a reminder that history is not merely confined within textbooks; it can be experienced through these tangible remnants that bridge time and space.

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