Catalan Atlas, 14th century
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Catalan Atlas, 14th century
Catalan Atlas, 14th century. The 6-page Catalan Atlas (1375) was produced on vellum by the Jewish cartographer Abraham Cresques. It was commissioned by the rulers of the Kingdom of Aragon (north-eastern Spain). Two pages are on cosmography, and four on geography. This page shows the five known planets (plus the Moon and Sun) orbiting the Earth, the zodiac, moon phases, calendars, and the four seasons. The text is in Catalan. This version is a facsimile (exact reproduction) produced in 1959 by the Spanish scholars Joan Vernet and David Romano. The facsimile pages have been illuminated by hand in colour and gold leaf. Science Photo Library features Science and Medical images including photos and illustrations. © LIBRARY OF CONGRESS/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
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This print showcases the Catalan Atlas, a remarkable 14th-century masterpiece created by Abraham Cresques, a Jewish cartographer. Commissioned by the rulers of the Kingdom of Aragon in Spain, this six-page atlas was meticulously crafted on vellum and offers profound insights into cosmography and geography. In this particular page of the atlas, we are presented with an intricate depiction of our solar system. The five known planets at that time (Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn), along with the Moon and Sun, gracefully orbit around Earth. Surrounding this celestial dance are details such as the zodiac signs, moon phases, calendars representing different seasons - spring to winter - all inscribed in Catalan. Although this version is a facsimile produced in 1959 by Spanish scholars Joan Vernet and David Romano, it faithfully captures every detail from the original work. The pages have been exquisitely illuminated by hand using vibrant colors and delicate gold leaf accents. The Catalan Atlas serves as a testament to humanity's fascination with both geographical exploration and astronomical understanding during medieval times. It represents an invaluable piece of history that not only reflects Catalonia's rich cultural heritage but also provides valuable insights into how people perceived their place within the cosmos centuries ago.
Framed Prints of Catalan Atlas, 14th century
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Photo Prints of Catalan Atlas, 14th century
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Poster Prints of Catalan Atlas, 14th century
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of historic poster prints, featuring the enchanting Catalan Atlas from the Science Photo Library. Dated back to the 14th century, this exquisite map was meticulously crafted by Jewish cartographer Abraham Cresques on vellum. This six-page atlas is a captivating testament to the rich cartographic traditions of the Middle Ages. Bring the mysteries of ancient mapmaking into your home or office with our high-quality, museum-grade poster prints. Each print is printed on premium paper using archival inks, ensuring your investment will last for years to come. Transport yourself back in time and ignite your imagination with this stunning piece of cartographic history.
Jigsaw Puzzles of Catalan Atlas, 14th century
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of jigsaw puzzles, featuring the intriguing and historic Catalan Atlas from the 14th century. This captivating puzzle brings to life the beautifully detailed pages of the original Catalan Atlas, created by Jewish cartographer Abraham Cresques in 1375. With stunning imagery from the Science Photo Library, this puzzle invites you on a journey back in time, allowing you to explore the rich history and intricate detail of this ancient masterpiece. Piece together the mysteries of the Catalan Atlas and immerse yourself in the world of medieval cartography.
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