64 Sebastian Münster (1488–1552) – Views of Erfurt and Fulda – Woodcut (c. 1544-1628)
This meticulously detailed woodcut presents two panoramic bird's-eye views of German cities. The upper panel depicts "Erffurdt die Hauptstat in Thüringen" (Erfurt, the capital city in Thuringia), showcasing its intricate urban landscape with numerous buildings, towers, and the surrounding countryside. The lower panel illustrates "Die Statt Fulda in der Bücken" (The City of Fulda in the Bücken), alongside its Princely Monastery, rendered with similar precision. Both views capture the architectural fabric, waterways, and topographical features of these historical German urban centers, providing valuable insights into 16th-century city planning and appearance.
Sebastian Münster was a pioneering German cartographer, cosmographer, and Hebrew scholar. He is most renowned for his monumental Cosmographia (first published in 1544), which was one of the earliest German-language descriptions of the world. This hugely popular and influential atlas-chronicle included hundreds of woodcut maps, city views, and illustrations, covering a wide array of geographical, historical, and cultural subjects. Münster's efforts significantly contributed to the spread of knowledge during the Renaissance, making his Cosmographia a landmark achievement in publishing history.
Artist or Maker: Sebastian Münster
Dimensions: Approximately 30 cm x 40 cm
Medium: Woodcut
Date: Circa 1544-1628
Condition Report:
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