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Plano del Puerto y Rio Guayaquil en el Mar de el Sur, 1777 (coloured manuscript)
7339806 Plano del Puerto y Rio Guayaquil en el Mar de el Sur, 1777 (coloured manuscript) by Surville, Luis de (fl.1777); 33x53 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Luis de Surville
Bound sheet. Col. ms. Scale: [ca. 1:280 000]. Cartographic Note: North at 90 degrees. Depth contours. Scale in leagues. Additional Places: Ecuador. Contents Note: Defensive features identified. Trompe d'oeil title and key cartouche.
One of fourteen charts bound in a Spanish manuscript book of 1778 reviewing the defences of ports and anchorages in Central and South America.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38288584
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
Boat Dock Coast Line Ecuador Equatorian Equatorians Harbor Area Harbour Area Harbours Latin America Port Area Latine America
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning coloured manuscript print from 1777 showcases the Plano del Puerto y Rio Guayaquil en el Mar de el Sur, a detailed map of the port and river in Ecuador. Created by Luis de Surville, this intricate chart is part of a larger collection reviewing the defenses of ports and anchorages in Central and South America.
The vibrant colors bring to life the coastal landscape, with depth contours and scale indicators adding to its accuracy. The trompe d'oeil title and key cartouche add an artistic flair to this cartographic masterpiece.
As you gaze upon this 18th-century work of art, you are transported back in time to an era of exploration and discovery. The attention to detail in depicting defensive features and geographical landmarks is truly remarkable.
This print is not just a map; it is a window into history, offering insight into the maritime activities of that period. It serves as a reminder of the importance of cartography in understanding our world's past and present.
Displayed at the National Maritime Museum in London, this piece exemplifies the beauty and significance of early modern maps. It stands as a testament to human ingenuity and curiosity about distant lands beyond our shores.
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