39 Sebastian Münster (1488–1552) – Map of Genoa (Depiction of the Beautiful and Widely Renowned City of Genoa) – Woodcut (1550)
This detailed woodcut print, titled "Der Schönen und weitberhümten Statt Genuä abcontrafactur." (Depiction of the Beautiful and Widely Renowned City of Genoa), originates from Sebastian Münster's monumental work, "Cosmographia Universalis" (Universal Cosmography). First appearing in the 1550 edition, this panoramic view captures the city of Genoa with intricate detail, showing its urban layout, prominent buildings, and surrounding landscape. The foreground is animated by a large gathering or battle scene, lending a historical or allegorical dimension to the topographical depiction. This print exemplifies Renaissance-era city views, blending accurate geographical representation with artistic detail to document and celebrate important European urban centers.
Sebastian Münster (1488–1552) was a highly influential German cartographer, cosmographer, and Hebrew scholar. He is best known for his "Cosmographia Universalis," first published in 1544, which was one of the earliest and most popular German-language descriptions of the world. Münster's work combined geographical and historical information with ethnographic details and city views, making it a foundational text in the development of modern geography and cartography. The woodcuts in his Cosmographia were produced by various artists under his direction.
Artist or Maker: Sebastian Münster (Author/Compiler)
Dimensions: Approximately 34 cm x 40 cm (sheet size)
Medium: Woodcut
Date: 1550
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
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