Map of ancient Parma by Sebastian Munster
Map of ancient Parma by Sebastian Munster
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Sebastian Münster's map of ancient Parma is a captivating bird's-eye view taken from the German edition of the famous Cosmographia, one of the most influential geographical works of the 16th century. This decorative image depicts the fortified city of Parma, the surrounding towns, the river, and a lively military scene with knights, soldiers, and an ongoing artillery battle, offering a fascinating historical and iconographic insight.
Münster's Cosmographia, first published in 1544, was the first description of the world in German and profoundly influenced cartographers like Mercator and Ortelius. The volume is distinguished by its 471 woodcuts and 26 maps that integrate geographical, historical, and anthropological knowledge, the result of research, travels, and ancient and modern sources. This map of Parma is a precious piece that celebrates Renaissance cartographic art and the city's history.
Feel history at your fingertips
Our reproductions are faithful to the original and printed on precious Amalfi paper.
It is a paper made exclusively from cotton fibers, thick and naturally porous, yet soft to the touch, with characteristic deckled edges that bear witness to its artisanal craftsmanship.
It is still made today according to ancient medieval techniques, in the workshops of Amalfi.
Materials of sublime quality
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Amalfi paper
Thick, porous, with typical deckled edges -
Handcrafted frame
Made of precious wood, hand-assembled -
Museum-grade glass
The same ultra-clear glass used in museums
Unique quality material
Print on handmade Amalfi paper
Sheet size: 40 x 30 cm
With frame: 43 x 33 cm
Material: artwork printed on very precious handmade Amalfi paper with deckled edges
Frame: Light brown, made of beech wood and handmade wood pulp
