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ITALY. Caprarola. Villa Farnese. Map of Europe
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ITALY. Caprarola. Villa Farnese. Map of Europe
ITALY. Caprarola. Villa Farnese. Map of Europe. 1574 painting by Giovanni Antonio da Varese Vanosino. Stanza del Mappamondo (Geographic room or Room of the World Map). Renaissance art. Cinquecento. Fresco
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1574 Antonio Arte Artes Atlantic Atlas Cartographic Cartographies Cartography Cinquecento Farnese Fresco Frescoes Geographic Giovanni Italia Italians Lazio Maps Mediterranean Mediterraneans Paintings Peninsula Pictures Renaissance Stanza Times Villa Viterbo Caprarola Europeans Varese
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This print showcases the exquisite Renaissance art found in Italy's Villa Farnese. Painted by Giovanni Antonio da Varese Vanosino in 1574, this remarkable piece titled "Map of Europe" adorns the walls of the Stanza del Mappamondo (Geographic room or Room of the World Map). The vibrant fresco captures the essence of Cinquecento, a period known for its artistic brilliance. The painting depicts a square-shaped map filled with an array of colors, representing different European countries. It beautifully illustrates Italy's prominent position on the continent and highlights its rich history as a peninsula. Located in Caprarola within Lazio's province of Viterbo, this masterpiece serves as a testament to Western civilization during early modern times. As one gazes upon this stunning artwork, they are transported back to an era where paintings like these were treasured possessions. The frescoes not only depict geographical features such as the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea but also provide insight into cartographic knowledge prevalent at that time. This print from Mary Evans Prints Online allows us to appreciate and admire Italian artistry at its finest. It serves as a reminder of Europe's cultural heritage and invites us to delve into historical narratives through visual representations like maps and atlases.
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