Map of the ancient city of Messina by Pietro Bertelli

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The detailed map of Messina by Pietro Bertelli, which appeared in his celebrated volume Theatrum Urbium Italicarum, first published in Venice in 1599, offers an extraordinary view of the city and its harbor. The engraving finely depicts the urban layout and key architectural features, including the seafront with its imposing breakwater, the castle, and numerous sailing ships anchored or underway. The scene is enriched by precise identification of important buildings and structures such as the Royal Palace, the Arsenal, the Torione del Salvatore, the New Arsenal, the Lanterna Tower, the Mozza Tower, and the church of S. Midi Giesu, all elements that give the perspective a realistic and monumental character.

Beyond the city of Messina itself, the map also includes views of Calabria, the Torre di Pondimele, and La Catona on the opposite shore of the strait, thus outlining the surrounding geographical context. The refined quality of the engraving and the high level of detail provide one of the earliest and most accurate representations of the Sicilian city, making this work not only a valuable cartographic tool for its time but also a historical and artistic document of considerable importance. Pietro Bertelli’s map stands out as a precious contribution to the visual knowledge of ancient Messina and to Italian urban cartography of the late Renaissance.

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A framed print creates a visual impact worthy of an art gallery. The beveled mounting board around the image is made of genuine museum-quality cardboard: a framed photo is a decorative element for experts.

The special charm of a framed print also lies in its elegant, handmade frame. Each print is protected by crystal-clear acrylic glass.

Product Specifications:
Print: (260 g/m²) with a brilliant white gloss finish
Mounting board: White, 45° bevel cut
Size: 80 x 60 cm
Material: Acrylic glass and wooden frame