WORLD MAP / MOSAIC 6

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WORLD MAP / MOSAIC 6

A world map with Greek and Latin inscriptions, showing various rivers and seas, and the four winds blowing Date: 6th century

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Blowing Inscriptions Latin Maps Mosaic Rivers Seas Winds

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This stunning 6th century mosaic, titled World Map/Mosaic 6, offers a captivating glimpse into the ancient world's understanding of geography. The intricate design, which features a world map surrounded by Greek and Latin inscriptions, showcases the known continents, major rivers, and seas of the time. The central image of the map is encircled by four winds, personified as mythological figures, each blowing in a different direction. The Greek and Latin inscriptions that adorn the mosaic provide valuable information about the various regions of the world. For instance, the label "Okeanos" identifies the vast body of water that encircled the ancient world, while "Mare Nostrum" refers to the Mediterranean Sea. The names of several major rivers, such as the Nile, Danube, and Rhine, are also clearly visible. The inclusion of the four winds is an intriguing feature of this mosaic. In ancient Greek and Roman mythology, the winds were personified as gods, each responsible for blowing in a specific direction. The east wind, represented by the figure holding a rudder, is labeled "Euros," while the south wind, depicted as a young man holding a palm branch, is labeled "Notos." The west wind, shown as a woman with long hair, is labeled "Zephyros," and the north wind, represented by a bearded man, is labeled "Boreas." This beautiful and intricately detailed mosaic provides a fascinating window into the ancient world's understanding of geography and mythology. Its survival through the centuries is a testament to the enduring allure of maps and the human desire to explore and understand the world around us.

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