Poster Print : MARINERS SIGHTING, 1557. Mariners sighting on a star with a cross-staff (left)
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MARINERS SIGHTING, 1557. Mariners sighting on a star with a cross-staff (left)
MARINERS SIGHTING, 1557.
Mariners sighting on a star with a cross-staff (left) and on the sun with an astrolabe. German woodcut, 1557
Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age
Media ID 13133291
1557 Age Of Exploration Astrolabe Celestial Crescent Fish Journey Mast Navigation Navigator Observe Ocean Rigging Sailing Sailing Ship Sailor Star Sunface Tool Cross Staff
27x27 inch Poster Print
Discover the rich history of navigation with our stunning poster prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating artwork "MARINERS SIGHTING, 1557" by 140_1628476 from Granger Art on Demand. This intriguing woodcut illustration depicts mariners observing a star with a cross-staff and the sun with an astrolabe. Transport yourself back in time to the Age of Discovery and explore the wonders of ancient navigation techniques. Bring this captivating piece of art into your home or office and add a touch of history to your space.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
MARINERS SIGHTING, 1557 - Navigating the Celestial Seas
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to the Age of Exploration in 1557, where mariners embarked on perilous journeys across uncharted waters. In this German woodcut, we witness a sailor sighting on a star using a cross-staff on the left side of the image. This ancient tool allowed sailors to measure angles and determine their latitude at sea. But that's not all! On the right side, another mariner is seen observing the sun with an astrolabe, a sophisticated instrument used for celestial navigation during Renaissance times. These brave navigators relied on these tools to guide them through vast oceans and unknown territories. The intricate details of this woodcut showcase various elements essential to maritime travel - from rigging and masts that held sturdy sails against strong winds, to crescent-shaped fish symbolizing abundant marine life encountered along their voyages. As we gaze upon this historic artwork, we are transported into an era defined by curiosity and bravery. It reminds us of humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and adventure. Let this image serve as a reminder of our ancestors' remarkable achievements in exploration and how they paved the way for future generations to conquer new horizons both on land and at sea.
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