Catalan Atlas of North Africa 1381 - Abraham Cresques
Catalan Atlas of North Africa 1381 - Abraham Cresques
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Catalan map of North Africa created around 1381 by Abraham Cresques.
The map represents the northern part of Africa, with the main internal routes followed by Bedouins in their trade. Along the entire African coast, landing places for boats are indicated. Inside the map, there are inscriptions and indications of major cities.
Abraham Cresques (Palma de Mallorca, ... – 1387) was a Spanish cartographer, the most important of the 14th century.
His expertise was so refined that he held the official position of "master of maps and compasses" under Prince John of Aragon.
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Printed on handmade Amalfi paper
Sheet size: 40 x 30 cm
With frame: 43 x 33 cm
Material: artwork printed on highly prized handmade Amalfi paper with deckled edges
Frame: Light brown, made of beech wood and handmade wood pulp
