Map of the ancient Genoese Riviera of the Levante by Giovanni Antonio Magini

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This map of the Riviera di Levante, created by Giovanni Antonio Magini, depicts the eastern Ligurian coast in great detail, from Genoa to the Gulf of La Spezia, including the Cinque Terre and numerous coastal and inland towns. Printed in 1620 from the first plate of his atlas, it features an accurate depiction of the Apennine mountains, villages, and fortifications, with clearly legible place names and two calligraphic panels decorating the Ligurian Sea.

Magini, a mathematician and astronomer from Bologna, undertook the creation of the first atlas entirely dedicated to Italy in 1594. For years, he collected local information and gained support from various Italian courts, including the Duke of Mantua. The work took decades, and was only completed after his death by his son Fabio, who oversaw the publication of the work in 1620, under the title Italia.

Magini's atlas, composed of sixty copperplate engravings, marked a turning point in Italian cartography, surpassing previous models and offering a systematic and detailed representation of the peninsula. It was a reference work for later cartographers such as Hondius and Blaeu, and maintained its cartographic authority throughout most of the 17th century.

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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.

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Product Specifications:
Print: (260 g/m²) with a brilliant white gloss finish
Mounting board: White, 45° bevel cut
Size: 60 x 40 cm
Material: Acrylic glass and wooden frame